Santa Cruz Community Health data breach

Clerk's notes

Santa Cruz Community Health, a healthcare provider based in California, officially reported a data security incident to the state's Attorney General on January 16, 2026. The notification confirms an event impacting systems maintained by the organization.

The breach, which occurred on or around November 1, 2024, involved unauthorized access to parts of Santa Cruz Community Health's systems. The precise nature of this unauthorized access remains under investigation at this time.

While the specific categories of information involved were not detailed in the public filing, individuals who received a notification letter should carefully review it. That letter will contain the most accurate information regarding whether your data was affected and what steps the organization is offering.

If you received a data breach notification, it is prudent to monitor your personal accounts and financial statements for any unusual activity. Remaining vigilant can help detect any potential misuse of your information following such an incident.

Understanding the implications of a data breach can be complex. If you are a recipient of a notification from Santa Cruz Community Health, you may be eligible for a no-cost case review to discuss your situation.

If a notification letter about this breach reached you, see every California data breach on file or browse all cases.