Healthcare Cyberattack Disrupts Patient Care | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

A major healthcare provider is reeling after a devastating cyberattack crippled its systems, forcing cancellations, delaying surgeries, and potentially exposing thousands of patient records. Attackers deployed advanced ransomware, demanding cryptocurrency for decryption — a move experts warn against, as paying rarely guarantees recovery and invites future strikes. With outdated infrastructure making facilities easy targets, the breach underscores the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity in healthcare. Emergency measures are underway, including paper records and outside cybersecurity help…