Hackers take control of NHRMC’s twitter; Hospital shuts down account

The hospital is working to get the issue resolved.
New Hanover Regional Medical Center (Photo: WWAY)

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — New Hanover Regional Medical Center / Novant Health has shut down its Twitter page after it was hacked over the weekend.

The hospital confirmed this with WWAY on Monday.

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Screenshot of NHRMC’s Twitter on Nov. 14, 2021 after it was hacked. (Photo: WWAY)

The account is listed under the name “Wealth Squad Chris” @CJJohnso17th.

“It came to our attention yesterday and we’re working with the appropriate teams to resolve,” a spokesman said.

 

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