Cybersecurity Issue Forces a Major New Mexico Hospital to Divert Patients and Close Clinics

A cybersecurity issue has prompted the University of New Mexico Health System to divert patients from its main hospital in Albuquerque. The health system has also canceled appointments at over 30 clinics due to the issue. Patients were instructed not to visit the main hospital. This action indicates a significant disruption to the hospital's operations. The cybersecurity issue's nature and scope have not been detailed. The health system's response aims to mitigate the impact on patient care.