Investigation into cyber attack on south east London hospitals ‘could take weeks’

UK hospitals in south east London have been impacted by a ransomware attack by Russian group Qilin against NHS provider Synnovis. Investigations into the matter could take weeks, and hundreds of appointments have already been cancelled. Support systems for affected patients have been set up, such as a website and helpline. NHS England has reassured patients that unprocessed blood samples following the attack have been made safe by Synnovis.