"Healthcare Systems in Multiple States Paralyzed by Cyberattack"

Hospitals and clinics in several states, including California, Texas, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania, are recovering from a cyberattack that disrupted their computer systems, leading to the closure of emergency rooms and diversion of ambulances. Prospect Medical Holdings, the affected healthcare provider, has taken its systems offline and launched an investigation with the help of cybersecurity specialists. The recovery process can take weeks, during which hospitals resort to paper systems. The healthcare industry is a common target for cybercriminals due to the sensitive patient data it holds.