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Health dates of 211,000 Americans hacked - that's how they react!
A cyber attack on the health company UI Community Homecare affects 211,000 Americans. Important personal data were potentially stolen.
Health dates of 211,000 Americans hacked - that's how they react!
A serious security incident occurred at the US health company UI Community Homecare. On July 3, 2025, the company informed its customers about unauthorized access to his computer system. The incident has far -reaching consequences for those affected because personal information from around 211,000 customers are affected. This includes sensitive data such as names, dates of birth, medical file numbers, insurance information and details on doctor visits.
UI Community HomeCare, a subsidiary of the University of Iowa Community Homecare, immediately took measures to ensure patient safety. The company switched off its servers and added cyber security experts to examine the incident and to restore the safety of the systems. The systems could be safely restored within a business day, which prevented a further risk as possible.
Details of the incident
According to reports, a cyber criminal could view and copy data in the computer system during the attack. Although the incident is serious, the company states that there is no evidence of misuse of the stolen data. Nevertheless, the patients concerned are advised to be vigilant and regularly check their bank statements in order to recognize possible identity theft and fraud at an early stage.
The attack on UI Community Homecare underlines the still existing threat from cybercrime in the health sector. More and more health companies have to familiarize themselves with the risks associated with storing and dealing with personal data. The severity and frequency of such attacks requires continuous commitment to cyber security solutions.
In view of the current situation, the reaction and transparency of the company is rated as positive by many sides. In such cases, the quick restoration of the systems and communication with the customers concerned are crucial in order to restore trust and minimize the risk of personal data.
Dailyhodl reports that such incidents in the health sector can not only burden the companies concerned, but also patients and their trust in the security measures of health organizations.