Data Breach Summary
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC) has disclosed a data breach resulting from suspicious activity on its computer network, identified between November 1 and November 3, 2024. The investigation, completed on November 18, 2024, determined that an unknown actor had accessed or copied certain files. These files contained personal information related to current and former patients treated between 2017 and 2022.BNHC has notified affected individuals and relevant regulators, as well as federal law enforcement authorities.
To address the incident, BNHC has secured its network and is reviewing its data protection policies and procedures to minimize future risks. Patients are advised to monitor their account statements, explanation of benefits, and credit reports for signs of unusual activity and report any irregularities to the appropriate institutions.
BNHC emphasized its commitment to safeguarding patient information and enhancing its cybersecurity measures to prevent similar incidents.
What Information Was Involved?
The compromised data may include patient names, dates of birth, addresses, medical diagnoses, lab results, medication details, medical record numbers, health insurance information, and other treatment-related details.
How to Know if You Were Affected
If you received a data breach notification from Brockton Neighborhood Health Center it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center, data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:
A successful case could also compel Brockton Neighborhood Health Center, to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.
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