Lakelands Public Health Confirms Cyberattack, Says Sensitive Data Unaffected

Lakelands Public Health announced an ongoing cyberattack detected on January 29, 2026 that impacted some internal systems; the organization activated incident response procedures, engaged a cybersecurity firm, and implemented additional monitoring and access controls. Officials report that sensitive public health and personal health information appear not to have been compromised, but some programs and services may experience temporary disruptions while restoration continues.