These 11 tips may help secure patient data on laptops, smartphones and tablets:
1. Use a password or other user authentication.
2. Install and enable encryption.
3. Install and activate remote wiping and/or remote disabling.
4. Disable and do not install or use file sharing applications.
5. Install and enable a firewall.
6. Install and enable security software.
7. Keep your security software up-to-date.
8. Research mobile applications before downloading.
9. Maintain physical control of device.
10. Use adequate security to send or receive health information over public Wi-Fi networks.
11. Delete all stored health information before discarding or reusing mobile device.
For more information on these tips as well as videos, easy-to-download fact sheets and posters on the best ways to safeguard patient information, visit www.HealthIT.gov/mobiledevices.com
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