Stroke Scan Inc

Stroke Scan Inc., a healthcare business based in Katy, Texas, experienced a significant data breach that was officially reported on January 27, 2023. The breach was disclosed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (HHS-OCR) after the company discovered that confidential consumer information stored on its computer network had been compromised. This incident likely led to an unauthorized party gaining access to consumers’ protected health information (PHI)[1].

Protected health information typically includes demographic details, medical histories, test and laboratory results, mental health information, insurance information, and other data collected by healthcare professionals during patient treatment. The breach prompted Stroke Scan Inc. to send out notification letters to all individuals whose information was compromised as a result of the security incident[1].

Stroke Scan Inc. is known for providing ultrasound screening services to various organizations across Texas and the United States, including corporations, school districts, civic groups, and churches. The company employs ultrasound technicians to conduct screenings, referring patients to their primary care providers if any abnormalities are detected. Founded in 2001, Stroke Scan employs more than 30 people and generates approximately $10 million in annual revenue[1].

The breach at Stroke Scan Inc. is particularly concerning because it involves PHI, which requires notification to the HHS-OCR. This type of information is highly sensitive and its exposure can put affected individuals at risk of fraud or identity theft. Consumers who received a data breach notification from Stroke Scan Inc. are advised to understand the risks and explore their legal options to protect themselves[1].

This incident underscores the importance of robust data security measures, especially for healthcare providers who handle sensitive patient information. It also highlights the need for individuals to be vigilant and take steps to protect their personal information in the wake of such breaches.

For more detailed information on how to protect oneself from the potential consequences of this breach, affected individuals may seek legal advice or consult resources provided by consumer protection and cybersecurity experts[1][3].

Citations:

1. https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/stroke-scan-inc-files-notice-of-data-4844451/
2. https://www.tpr.org/news/2024-02-05/why-an-increasing-number-of-younger-people-are-at-risk-for-stroke
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11. https://www.strokescanplus.com/Stroke_scan_plus_testimonials.php
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15. https://dojmt.gov/consumer/databreach/