Shielding Healthcare Data Strategies for Preventing Breaches

As the healthcare sector embraces digital transformation, the risk of cyberattacks on sensitive patient data escalates. This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of contemporary strategies and technologies employed to mitigate data breaches in healthcare. Through an extensive review of 70 research papers, we identify a strong focus on securing electronic health records, data storage systems, access controls, and personal health information. Noteworthy trends include the integration of advanced technologies such as Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence, coupled with robust encryption methods, to fortify data security. Our analysis underscores the urgent need for innovative approaches to combat prevalent cybersecurity threats, particularly targeting hacking incidents and unauthorized access. Furthermore, we emphasize the ongoing evolution of mitigation strategies and the imperative of continual technological advancements to safeguard healthcare data effectively. This paper also outlines future research directions, highlighting areas for further technological innovation and addressing existing gaps in data breach prevention measures.