API security gateways
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API security gateways are tools that control access to application programming interfaces (APIs) and protect them from unauthorized use or attacks. For example, they can check if a user has permission to access patient data before allowing the API request.
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Securing Patient Data in Healthcare Mesh Architecture
IntroductionHealthcare mesh architecture represents a transformative approach to managing and securing patient data across distributed healthcare envi...
HIPAA Partners Team
Aug 15, 2025
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