Sandhills Medical Foundation Reports Unauthorized System Access

Sandhills Medical Foundation, Inc., based in South Carolina, has publicly reported a data security incident involving unauthorized access to its systems. The incident was officially reported on April 28, 2026, to the appropriate authorities, including the South Carolina Attorney General.

The nature of the unauthorized access and its exact timeline remain undisclosed. The company’s filing indicates that an investigation into the scope and impact of this security breach is ongoing. Details regarding how the access occurred have not yet been made public.

While the specific categories of information involved were not detailed in the public filing, Sandhills Medical Foundation stated that individuals who received a data breach notification letter should assume their personal information was affected. The number of people impacted by this event has not been specified.

Individuals who received a notification are encouraged to remain vigilant. It is advisable to carefully review account statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity. Setting up fraud alerts with credit bureaus can provide an early warning system against potential misuse of your data.

Additionally, be cautious of unsolicited communications, such as emails or phone calls, that request personal information. This incident is a reminder to always verify the authenticity of any requests for sensitive data, especially those claiming to be from institutions that hold your information.

This case highlights the importance of monitoring personal accounts following any data security event. The investigation by Sandhills Medical Foundation, Inc. is continuing to determine the full extent of the incident.