Cyber Scaries for 2026: Spooky Threats and Compliance Tricks (and Treats!)
October 29, 2026 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET
January 21, 2026 at 1:00 pm (EDT)
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Cyber Scaries for 2026: Spooky Threats and Compliance Tricks (and Treats!)
Afraid your health center might have missed a new cybersecurity related regulation or new enforcement priority?
Worried a cyber “trick” could sneak past your health center’s defense, or that you’ll miss out on a compliance “treat”?
Fear not! Our annual Cyber Scaries session is back to cover the latest risks, rules and practical tips to keep your health center safe from the scary stuff.
In this webinar, we’ll explore the risks shaping the 2026 cybersecurity landscape – from AI-driven phishing and ransomware threats- and what new regulations mean for your organization. Powers attorneys will unpack key enforcement trends under HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and other federal privacy and security rules, and share practical steps to reduce your health center’s risk.
*DISCLAIMER: Content will be updated prior to the webinar to reflect the latest legal and policy changes.
COOs
Compliance Officers
Risk Managers
Privacy Officers
Security Officers
Identify new and emerging federal and state cybersecurity rules impacting health centers.
Incorporate internal auditing activities based on recent HIPAA settlement agreements into your health center’s compliance work plan.
Review key HIPAA polices to ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations.
Dianne Pledgie
Principal
Dianne advises health care and non-profit organizations on the development and implementation of robust compliance programs.
Dianne also provides legal guidance on privacy, security and confidentiality matters, with particular focus on Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), 42 C.F.R. Part 2 and the Information Blocking Rule, including:
Advising clients on their obligations to protect patient records, respond to patient requests, and develop policies and procedures;
Reviewing business associate agreements, data use agreements, and patient consents related to the use and disclosure of protected health information and sensitive information; and
