Cybersecurity in Digital Therapeutics: Navigating the Risks Associated with Sensitive Health Data

Abstract-Imagine reaching for your smartphone to access a prescribed app that helps manage your chronic condition, only to wonder: “Is my personal health data truly safe?” As digital therapeutics revolutionize healthcare by bringing treatment directly to our fingertips, they also open new doors for potential security breaches. From busy doctors accessing patient records on tablets to individuals tracking their mental health through apps, the digital therapeutic revolution touches countless lives daily. But with this incredible progress comes a critical challenge: keeping sensitive health information secure in an increasingly connected world. Our paper delves into the real-world cyber threats that digital therapeutic platforms face, from data breaches that could expose personal health information to potential tampering with treatment protocols. We explore practical strategies for protecting sensitive health data and outline user-friendly approaches to enhance cybersecurity as these digital treatments evolve. By sharing actual cases and relatable scenarios, we highlight why it’s crucial to build security measures into these applications from the ground up, ensure they meet necessary regulations, and foster teamwork among everyone involved – from app developers to healthcare providers. Ultimately, our goal is to help create a digital therapeutic environment where patients can focus on their health journey without worrying about the safety of their personal information.