Northern Inyo Healthcare District

The Northern Inyo Healthcare District (NIHD) in California experienced a data breach due to suspicious activity detected within its information network. Upon investigation, it was determined that an unauthorized actor accessed certain network systems of the NIHD. During this period of unauthorized access, private data was reviewed and/or removed from specific computer systems, affecting a large number of individuals. The full impact of the breach, including how many individuals have had their information used for criminal purposes, remains unknown. The NIHD has begun notifying affected individuals and has also notified at least one state Attorney General to help the public begin to protect itself. The breach’s full consequences may not be known for months or even years[4].

In response to the breach, individuals who have received notice of the incident or have transacted with NIHD are urged to take action to protect their personal information. This includes reviewing the breach notice, enrolling in any free credit monitoring services provided, changing passwords and security questions for related online accounts, reviewing account statements and credit reports for signs of fraud or identity theft, and contacting a credit bureau to request a temporary fraud alert[4].

The NIHD has taken steps to address the breach and is working to prevent future incidents. However, the breach underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and the need for vigilance in protecting personal and sensitive information.

Citations:

1. https://www.nih.org/documents/2024/keenan%20breach/NIHD24_SubstituteNotice_Keenan.pdf
2. https://ocrportal.hhs.gov/ocr/breach/breach_report.jsf?ref=blog.gitguardian.com
3. https://arashlaw.com
4. https://colevannote.com/data-breach-northern-inyo-healthcare-district/
5. https://casetext.com/case/northern-inyo-hosp-v-fair-emp-practice-com
6. https://sierrawave.net/ladwp-crews-begin-repair-work-on-storm-damaged-concrete-walls-along-la-aqueduct-in-olancha-ca/
7. https://www.databreaches.net/privacy-breach-at-northern-inyo-hospital-could-result-in-criminal-charges/
8. https://www.nih.org/documents/2021/Complete-Packet-August-18-2021-Regular-Meeting-93307.pdf
9. https://ocrportal.hhs.gov/ocr/breach/breach_report.jsf
10. https://www.newstrail.com/cole-van-note-announces-united-home-loans-inc-data-breach-investigation/
11. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHCQ/LCP/Pages/MedicalBreaches.aspx
12. https://colevannote.com/investigations/
13. https://www.databreaches.net/small-breach-big-harm/
14. https://www.nih.org/documents/2023/Complete-Packet-February-15-2023-Regular-Board-of-Directors-Meet.pdf
15. https://www.law.com/therecorder/almID/1202544765441/
16. https://thesheetnews.com
17. https://www.nih.org/documents/2024/NIHD24_01312024_Supplemental.pdf
18. https://kffhealthnews.org/news/hospital-penalties/