Release Date: April 30, 2024
You may have heard that Change Healthcare, a medical clearinghouse, was breached by cybercriminals. Our practice uses Change Healthcare to process claims; therefore, your patient records may be involved. Currently the full extent of the incident is unknown, however we encourage you to review and monitor your credit reports and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) for suspicious activity.
Here is the Latest Information from Change Healthcare Regarding the HIPAA Breach.“Based on initial targeted data sampling to date, the company has found files containing protected health information (PHI) or personally identifiable information (PII), which could cover a substantial proportion of people in America. To date, the company has not seen evidence of exfiltration of materials such as doctors’ charts or full medical histories among the data.
Given the ongoing nature and complexity of the data review, it is likely to take several months of continued analysis before enough information will be available to identify and notify impacted customers and individuals. As the company continues to work with leading industry experts to analyze data involved in this cyberattack, it is immediately providing support and robust protections rather than waiting until the conclusion of the data review.
For the Latest Information:People can visit a dedicated website at http://changecybersupport.com/ to get more information and details on these resources.â€
IF YOU FEEL YOU HAVE BEEN IMPACTED HELP IS AVAILABLE.The call center can be reached at 1-866-262-5342.
Given the ongoing nature and complexity of the data review, the call center will not be able to provide any specifics on individual data impact at this time.â€
When it comes to preserving your vision, there are myths and there are facts. In this article, well distinguish which is which, starting off with carrots.
According to popular myth, eating this rabbit food will enhance your vision. Is that true? Well, its not entirely false. Rich in vitamin A, carrots are good for your vision. But you can also get vitamin A from other food sources like cheese, egg yolks and milk.
Does sitting too close to the TV contribute to vision damage? False. While it can trigger a headache, it wont do much to impair your eyesight. In relation to this myth, reading in the dark will also not hurt your vision. It will only contribute to eyestrain, which is a temporary condition. But it wont damage your vision.
Youve probably been told not to use eyeglasses or it will only serve to weaken your vision. Thats also not true. Your eyes wont weaken or become dependent on the vision aid. Any change in prescription may be a result of aging or underlying eye disease.
Is vision loss treatable? Yes, but only if timely diagnosed and treated. As soon as symptoms appear, it is best to consult an eye doctor. Blurry vision, floaters in vision, flashes of light and eye pain are some of the telltale signs that you need to discuss with the doctor.
Did you know artificial sweeteners can cause your eyes to be more sensitive to light? Some medications can also trigger this vision challenge; they include diuretics, diabetes and high blood pressure drugs, oral contraceptives and certain antibiotics.
Can you go blind if you stare at the sun for too long? Yes! Looking straight at it can cause headache and distorted vision. In severe cases, it can cause permanent eye damage. Prolonged exposure to the harmful UV rays is a contributing factor of corneal dystrophy, solar retinitis and macular degeneration. These dangerous rays will burn your eyes.