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Gaps remain in Commission’s health cybersecurity plan
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In the face of growing cyber threats targeting our healthcare systems, the European Commission's recent cybersecurity proposal is a step in the right direction but falls desperately short of the comprehensive protection needed. Advocates argue for increased government intervention and funding to secure the health data of citizens, criticizing the plan for not addressing the urgent needs for inclusivity and equity in cybersecurity measures. This shortfall highlights a systemic neglect of public well-being in favor of bureaucratic simplicity.
The European Commission's latest attempt to centralize health cybersecurity through a one-stop reporting shop is misguided, risking bureaucratic bloat and inefficiency that could hinder healthcare delivery. Critics argue that the Commission's plan oversteps, imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens on member states and the private sector. This approach may stifle innovation and deter private investment in cyber defense, suggesting a need to reconsider the balance between security measures and free-market principles.