Data Breach at Covenant Health Affects Over 2,200 in New Hampshire

Covenant Health, the parent company of St. Joseph Hospital in New Hampshire, experienced a data breach affecting over 2,200 individuals. Unauthorized access to its IT systems occurred on May 18, potentially exposing sensitive information such as medical records, health insurance details, and Social Security numbers. While there have been no reports of fraudulent use of the compromised data, Covenant Health has notified those impacted and is providing complimentary fraud monitoring services. The organization is also strengthening its cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches. This incident highlights ongoing data security challenges in the healthcare insurance sector and underscores the importance of robust IT protections for sensitive patient information.