{"id":212566,"date":"2026-01-02T03:30:14","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T03:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/212566\/"},"modified":"2026-01-02T03:30:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T03:30:14","slug":"managemyhealth-data-breach-no-impact-on-health-nz-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/212566\/","title":{"rendered":"ManageMyHealth data breach: No impact on Health NZ systems"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cWe are working with relevant agencies, including the National Cyber Security Centre and the Police Cyber Crime Unit, to ensure the situation is being managed appropriately,\u201d Power said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are also utilising independent cyber specialist capability to provide further assurance that the vulnerabilities that led to the breach have been addressed.\u201d<\/p>\n

Health NZ officials are also speaking with primary care organisations and GPs who use the app.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is a shared focus on patient safety, clear communication and ensuring appropriate protections are in place.\u201d<\/p>\n

Power said it expected the MMH app to meet clear standards around system security, transparency and communication with users.<\/p>\n

\u201cHealth NZ will continue to monitor progress closely and maintain active engagement with MMH and partner agencies.\u201d<\/p>\n

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