Why the NHS needs a unified approach to cyber security

Why the NHS needs a unified approach to cyber security

A shift in how cyber security is perceived is needed, writes Dr Mick Quinn, consultant physician and member of BT’s clinical advisory board.

There is a need for a fundamental shift in how cyber security is perceived. In recent discussions with senior NHS leaders and cyber security experts, a clear picture has emerged: cybersecurity within the NHS is no longer simply an IT issue – it is a fundamental pillar of patient safety and operational resilience.

The NHS operates within a uniquely complex landscape where individual NHS trusts enjoy a degree of autonomy, yet must also function as part of an integrated national healthcare system.

Author's summary: NHS needs unified cyber security approach.

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