Marian Village Corporation, d/b/a/ Marywood Nursing Care Center (“Marywood”)
Your Personal Info Could Be
Exposed Online After
This Hospital Breach
Breach Description
Marian Village Corporation, operating as Marywood Nursing Care Center (“Marywood”) in Livonia, Michigan, experienced a data security incident that has impacted the personal information of individuals associated with the facility. The breach was officially reported on January 24, 2024, affecting a total of 6,178 individuals. This incident was classified as a hacking/IT incident involving a network server[1][7][17][19].
Marywood Nursing Care Center is a not-for-profit skilled nursing care center providing patient-centered short and long-term healthcare services. It is located at 36975 W. Five Mile Rd., Livonia, MI 48154, and offers a range of services including skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, extended stays, long-term care, and hospice care. The facility is part of a campus that includes St. Mary Mercy Hospital and Angela Hospice, emphasizing a commitment to providing comprehensive healthcare services rooted in the Franciscan tradition[2][12].
The breach notification does not detail the specific nature of the data compromised or the exact circumstances leading to the security incident. However, as a healthcare provider, Marywood Nursing Care Center handles sensitive personal and medical information, making it a significant concern for affected individuals and regulatory bodies. The incident has been reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights, which oversees compliance with health information privacy and security laws[7][17].
In response to such incidents, affected individuals are typically advised to monitor their financial accounts and credit reports for any unusual activity and consider measures to protect their identity, such as fraud alerts or credit freezes. Healthcare providers like Marywood are also expected to review and strengthen their cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches.
For more detailed information regarding the breach and any recommended actions for affected individuals, contacting Marywood Nursing Care Center directly or referring to their official communication on the matter would be advisable[1].
Citations:
- https://www.mass.gov/doc/assigned-data-breach-number-2024-154-marian-village-corporation-and-marywood-nursing-care-center-marywood/download
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