Centre Hospitalier de Bourg en Bresse

Centre Hospitalier de Bourg en Bresse is a healthcare institution located in Bourg-en-Bresse, France. It provides a range of medical services including consultations, maternity care, surgery, and emergency treatment. The hospital also offers medical imaging services to support diagnostics and patient care. It is described as the principal centre hospitalier de l'Ain, serving the Ain department. Its core mission is to deliver healthcare to the local population.

In April 2023, the hospital experienced a cyber intrusion that targeted its information systems. The attack disrupted access to medical imaging and internal email communications. Despite the disruption, healthcare operations such as consultations, maternity, surgery, and emergency services remained functional. The institution implemented temporary emergency department protocols to prioritize critical cases and redirect non‑urgent patients. Email systems were deactivated across its network, and continuity of care was maintained through telephone communications. A specialized forensic firm, working with national cybersecurity authorities, conducted an investigation to restore normal operations. No ransom demand was identified in connection with the incident. The hospital emphasized its commitment to maintaining care continuity throughout the incident.