Cyber attack on NHS Dumfries and Galloway leads to short-term change in working practices

The NHS in Dumfries and Galloway has suffered a cyber attack that may have exposed patient records, sparking a police investigation. NHS staff have had to alter their work patterns. Health Secretary Neil Gray mentioned minimal impact on patients, and South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth expressed concerns over staff and patient protection against potential extortion attempts. The extent of the breach is still unknown, but the health board is working to address the situation.