𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗧 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝘆𝗴𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 (𝗕𝗛𝗦), 𝗡𝗛𝗦𝗥𝗖

𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱, 𝗣𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻 – The National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) of Pakistan conducted a training on “Cyber Hygiene in Health Services” at its Headquarters. Designed in line with National CERT’s Cybersecurity Training Guidelines, the session was tailored for Doctors from the Border Health Services (BHS) under the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination Islamabad (NHSRC).

Mr. Khurram Javed, Director Capacity Building, delivered the session emphasizing the importance of safeguarding sensitive health information in an increasingly digital environment. Participants were enlightened on adopting robust cyber hygiene practices to prevent data breaches, unauthorized access, and cyberattacks, while also aligning with international best practices and compliance measures under the International Health Regulations.

The session particularly focused on reducing human error—one of the leading causes of cybersecurity incidents—by sensitizing doctors and medical staff on practical strategies such as recognizing phishing attempts, securing medical devices and systems, improving digital behavior, and ensuring proper handling of patient records. The session was highly interactive, and participants took keen interest, actively engaging in discussions and sharing their perspectives.

This initiative reflects National CERT’s continued commitment to enhancing cyber resilience across vital sectors in Pakistan. By equipping healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and tools, National CERT reaffirms its role in fostering a secure and digitally resilient environment for the Nation’s Health Services.