What diabetes is revealing about the benefits and risks of personal medicine connected to the internet
Publishing timestamp: 2023-01-21 10:47:39
Summary
Medical devices for conditions such as diabetes and sleep management are increasingly connected to the internet, offering many benefits to patients. However, this comes with greater scrutiny from the FDA about cybersecurity risks. Companies such as Dexcom, Insulet, Medtronic, and Abbott Laboratories have seen steady sales of their products, and lawmakers and health-care leaders are pushing for more guidance and regulations around medical device security. Consumers should look for statements about cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance from manufacturers, and follow basic cyber hygiene at home.
Sentiment: NEUTRAL
Tickers: ABT, MDT, DXCM, PODD, PANW,
Keywords: medical devices, fda, diabetes, medtronic plc, palo alto networks inc, health, insulet corp, health care industry, dexcom inc, privacy, privacy laws and regulation, business news, cybersecurity, data privacy, technology, abbott laboratories, sleep apnea,