https://prn.to/3MOI49Y - 🚨 Console & Associates, P.C., is investigating a significant data breach at Perry Johnson & Associates (PJ&A) that has exposed the sensitive information of Northwell Health patients. This breach includes Social Security numbers and protected health information (PHI), putting patients at risk of identity theft and fraud. #DataBreach #NorthwellHealth #Cybersecurity 🔐 On November 3, 2023, PJ&A reported the breach to the California Attorney General, indicating an unauthorized party accessed their network between March 27 and May 2, 2023. Northwell Health, one of the impacted entities, initially stated over 3.8 million patients were affected but later retracted this statement. The exact number of affected patients remains unknown. #PrivacyBreach #PatientData #NetworkSecurity 🛡️ The data breach exposed patients' full names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, addresses, medical records, hospital account numbers, admission diagnoses, and service dates and times. Those who receive a data breach notification from PJ&A or Northwell Health are advised to take immediate steps to protect their identity. #PersonalDataLeak #IdentityProtection #LegalRights 📢 Victims of this breach are encouraged to contact a data breach attorney for potential legal action and financial compensation. Console & Associates, P.C., is offering consultations for those affected. More information about the breach and legal options can be found at their website.
