Ethos, also known as Southwest Boston Senior Services

Ethos dba Southwest Boston Senior Services experienced a hacking/IT incident that affected the protected health information (PHI) of 14,503 individuals. The PHI involved included names, addresses, Social Security numbers, diagnoses, and health insurance information. The BA notified HHS, affected individuals, and the media. In response to the breach the BA implemented additional administrative, technical, and security safeguards. Staff was also retrained in its requirements to protect and secure PHI.