Special Health Resources of Texas Data Breach Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Special Health Resources of Texas data breach. This breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident, which may have affected an undetermined number of individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal information.

• names,
• protected health information,
• and Social Security numbers

Data Breach Incident Details

A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights states that the Special Health Resources of Texas was compromised due to a cyber security attack that was discovered on June 1, 2024 after the company detected a data security incident. SHRT launched an investigation that is ongoing as of July 1, 2023. However, the company believes an unauthorized party accessed its IT network and accessed confidential patient information. Special Health Resources of Texas reviewed the compromised files to determine which consumers were impacted and what data was exposed. Data breach letters were sent out by Special Health Resources of Texas informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data.

Special Health Resources of Texas Overview

Based in Longview, Texas, Special Health Resources of Texas, Inc. is a comprehensive health care system operating 23 healthcare providers in East Texas and one in Southwest Arkansas. The company provides affordable care for the whole family which include adult and pediatric primary care, adult and pediatric dental care, women’s health services, immunizations and vaccinations, HIV/AIDS screening and treatment, mental health care, and substance abuse services.¹

Special Health Resources of Texas Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Special Health Resources of Texas data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach attorneys for a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and any compensation that may be available to you.

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Explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand protective measures you can take to better protect yourself against identity theft and learn how to secure your information effectively after a data breach.

 External Link:

1. Special health Resources of Texas - https://www.specialhealth.org/about-us/our-mission/