DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrmp.org.v10.i4.4
Varun Raj
Independent Researcher
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Abstract
The digitization of health records within pharmacy systems has revolutionized healthcare delivery by enabling rapid access to patient data, streamlining operations, and enhancing care quality. However, this digital transformation also increases exposure to cybersecurity threats that can compromise sensitive patient information. This study assesses the role of cybersecurity in protecting digital health records in pharmacy systems by reviewing existing literature up to 2020 and analyzing practical case studies. The literature review identifies key vulnerabilities, regulatory challenges, and best practices, while the case studies highlight real-world implementations and outcomes. Findings reveal that a multi-layered cybersecurity approach—including advanced encryption, multi-factor authentication, continuous monitoring, and comprehensive employee training—is essential for safeguarding digital health records. The manuscript concludes by recommending that pharmacy systems integrate adaptive security strategies and maintain ongoing research initiatives to address the rapidly evolving threat landscape.
Keywords
Cybersecurity; Digital Health Records; Pharmacy Systems; Data Protection; Healthcare IT; Information Security
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