https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scam-targets-mychart-patientsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scam-targets-mychart-patientshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scam-targets-mychart-patients#u56607Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:20:17 +0000Consumer experts in Ohio and software platforms nationwide are warning healthcare users about fraudulent text messages and emails targeting the MyChart patient portal. These deceptive messages attempt to steal personal information by impersonating the medical records website. The latest alerts build on earlier regional warnings issued across Florida and Pennsylvania, including an advisory from the Pennsylvania Attorney General. Healthcare providers such as ProMedica, Penn Medicine, and LGH previously joined the app in urging patients to remain vigilant against these social engineering tactics. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scam-targets-mychart-patientshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scam-targets-mychart-patients#u54072Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:04:40 +0000Scammers are impersonating the MyChart patient portal through fraudulent emails and text messages to target healthcare users. Warnings have been issued across multiple regions, including Florida and Pennsylvania, where the Pennsylvania Attorney General has alerted residents. The scam does not rely on a technical security flaw but instead exploits patient trust to deceive victims. Healthcare providers such as ProMedica, Penn Medicine, and LGH have warned their patients to be vigilant against these phishing attempts.Why it mattersMyChart is a widely used online healthcare portal for patient reco