National Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center (NH-ISAC) swings into action following Hurricane Sandy

gsnmagazine.com - November 1st, 2012 - Deborah Kobza

In response to Hurricane Sandy, the National Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center (NH-ISAC) has activated the National Healthcare and Public Health Cyber Response System, a 24/7 emergency response protocol supporting all-hazards (physical and cyber) healthcare critical infrastructure protection, mitigation, response and recovery.

Response resources are addressing situational awareness, information sharing and incident response support, working in coordination with federal, state and private sector organizations. NH-ISAC response protocols support and complement national, state and private sector-established emergency operations, business continuity and disaster recovery plans.

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