"There is no single solution to the complex issues of security compliance under the HIPAA regulations," noted Dr. Braithwaite. "But there are certain best practices that every organization should follow. Employing encryption technologies in situations where the risk of a security breach is significant is an important core component of these solutions."

HIPAA has had a profound impact on the protection of information in all areas of the health care industry. Dr. Braithwaite's address will discuss the philosophy behind the HIPAA law and provide a glimpse into the future of health care legislation and regulation as it pertains to information security and privacy.

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