Health Apps To Inform Patient Records

Following the news that the health secretary has announced plans for apps to inform on patient records Paul Farrington, EMEA Solution Architects Manager at Veracode commented below.

Paul Farrington, EMEA Solution Architects Manager at Veracode:

“Creating a truly digital NHS requires both investment in the latest apps and wearables alongside a rigorous security policy to give patients and healthcare professionals complete assurance that their data is secure.

This is a bold initiative from our world class health service and one which will undoubtedly provide more personalised and efficient healthcare to millions, but there are inevitable risks around privacy and security which must be tackled from the outset.

With apps becoming ubiquitous in our daily lives, hackers are increasingly seeking to exploit coding vulnerabilities to steal identities and personal information. That’s why it’s vital that our NHS ensures approved apps for both patients and professionals are thoroughly tested and secure to enable confidence in the service’s digital journey.”