The U.S. health-care system, known for its vulnerability to cyberattacks, has been under increasing threat, with a recent significant hacking incident disrupting medical services for three weeks. Federal officials and industry executives have been aware of the system's vulnerabilities for years but have failed to implement necessary improvements to thwart these attacks, including ransomware. The frequency of cyberattacks can lead to attention fatigue, underscoring the dire consequences of inaction, as noted by @DaveLeeBBG. Senator Wyden highlighted that private-sector opposition to effective cybersecurity rules is a major reason the healthcare sector remains unprepared for cyberattacks. The urgency to establish minimum cybersecurity standards for the health care industry has been emphasized, reflecting the critical need to protect this vital sector.