How did Waikato DHB get hacked?

A set of Waikato District Health Board servers were at end-of-life and unpatched when hackers struck in the early hours of 18 May, a source claims. And decisions that led to the poor security and ailing system were financially motivated, claimed the source close to Waikato DHB.

What is health protection NZ?

Health Protection is charged with protecting and promoting public health with a focus on environmental health through risk assessment, risk mitigation and communication, with the support of legislation.

What are the DHB areas in NZ?

DHB websites

• Auckland District Health Board.
• Bay of Plenty District Health Board.
• Capital & Coast District Health Board.
• Counties Manukau District Health Board.
• Hawkes Bay District Health Board.
• Hutt Valley District Health Board.
• Lakes District Health Board.
• Mid Central District Health Board.

What happened to Waikato DHB?

Incident. The cyber attack on the Waikato District Health Board that began on 19 May 2021 brought down all IT systems and phone lines. Kevin Snee, chief of Waikato DHB, said that he did not know who was responsible for the attack or if it was related to the Health Service Executive cyberattack.

When did Waikato DHB get hacked?

However, Waikato DHB said the strategy was only a draft that was part of a wider digital strategy about to be heard by the DHB’s commissioners when hackers struck on May 18.

How do I contact DHB?

Contact numbers for some services can be found by looking up the service in the A–Z directory . If you are having trouble locating a particular service or are unsure of which service to contact, please phone our general enquiries line on 09 367 0000.

How much do DHB board members get paid?

Board members are paid an annual fee for their service on the DHB board; the level varies depending on the size and assessed complexity of the DHB. Fees currently range from just over $16,000 to around $26,000 per annum, with the board chair and deputy chair receiving a higher fee.

What does a health protection officer do?

Health Protection Officer. Health protection officers usually work for district health boards in public health units. They usually focus on disease control and disease prevention.

How many DHB are in Waikato?

There are 10 territorial local authorities within Waikato DHB boundaries – Hamilton City, Hauraki, Matamata-Piako, Otorohanga, (part of) Ruapehu, South Waikato, Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, Waipa, and Waitomo.

Is Waikato DHB back on online?

Waikato DHB hospital services have returned to full functionality following the cyber security incident which affected our systems in May 2021.

How do I refer to Waikato DHB?

Referrals. Referral is only through your GP or hospital service. All referral s must come through the Community Regional Referral Centre . Self- referral s are not accepted.

How many DHB are there in NZ?

20 DHBs
There are 20 DHBs in New Zealand and each DHB is governed by a board of up to 11 members. DHB boards set the overall strategic direction for the DHB and monitor its performance. The Minister of Health appoints up to four members to each board, and the board’s chair and deputy chair.

What is DHB full form?

DHB Full Form

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How much does DHB nurse earn?

Registered nurses working for district health boards Registered nurses with three to seven years’ experience usually earn $68,000 to $83,000.

What does a DHB do?

District health boards (DHBs) are responsible for providing or funding the provision of health services in their district. Disability support services and some health services are funded and purchased nationally by the Ministry of Health.

Who is the medical officer of health NZ?

Dr Robyn Carey: Chief Medical Officer Dr Robyn Carey has now started her secondment as acting Chief Medical Officer at the Ministry of Health. Dr Carey has been seconded from her position as Chief Medical Officer at South Canterbury DHB and, at this stage, will be at the Ministry until the end of June 2022.

What is a medical officer NZ?

RESIDENT MEDICAL OFFICER (RMO) This is an umbrella term used for any doctor who has not yet completed vocational training.

When can an Environmental Health Officer visit?

EHOs can enter and inspect your food premises at any reasonable time and on any day of the week. They do not need to make an appointment with you, and they have the authority to turn up unannounced.

What is the role of Waikato DHB health protection?

Health Protection is charged with protecting and promoting public health with a focus on environmental health through risk assessment, risk mitigation and communication, with the support of legislation. The Health Protection team is part of Waikato DHB’s Population Health services. Service hours are 8am-4.30pm Monday to Friday.

How much money does Waikato DHB get from the Ministry?

Read more about Waikato’s population. Waikato DHB received $1,402.5 million in funding in 2020/21.* *This only includes devolved funding from the Ministry.

What does Waikato Hospital Arts Committee do?

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