In a recent press release from the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA), it was revealed that BORN Ontario, a child registry funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health, fell victim to a cybersecurity incident earlier this year.
As a result, personal health information that was shared with BORN Ontario by numerous healthcare providers across Ontario, including those served by the HPHA, may have been compromised.
BORN Ontario plays a crucial role in collecting data related to pregnancy, birth, and newborn care. This information is gathered under the authority of the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and is used for various purposes, including identifying immediate care gaps, and analyzing emerging healthcare trends.
If you or someone in your family has interacted with BORN Ontario, it is highly recommended that you visit the BORN Ontario website at www.bornincident.ca for specific details about the incident and to determine if your personal health information may have been impacted.
Written by: B. Shakyaver
