ACPeds Targeted by Malicious Cyberattack

May 5, 2023

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Atlanta, GA – The American College of Pediatricians has been the target of an ongoing, malicious cyberattack and subsequent hostile reporting. 

Dr. Jill Simons, Executive Director of ACPeds and board-certified pediatrician has released this statement in response to the attack:

"Since April 24, the American College of Pediatricians hasbeen facing an ongoing, coordinated, malicious cyberattack by hackers on our key technology structures, databases, and our financial accounts. This attack was intended to intimidate and incapacitate, and it will be costly to recover, but we will not be intimidated by these illegal bullying tactics that amount to a hate crime. We will continue to promote the health andwell-being of children by protecting the rights of born and preborn children, promoting biological integrity, and defending conscience rights for healthcare professionals." 

Listen to Dr. Jill Simons reveal the full story on The Daily Signal Podcast here.

Read more about the cyberattack here.

To set up an interview with Dr. Simons or another member of ACPeds leadership, please email connect@acpeds.org.

The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is a national medical association of licensed physicians and healthcare professionals who specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents. It was founded by a group of concerned physicians who saw the need for a pediatric organization that would not be influenced by the politically driven pronouncements of the day. The mission of the ACPeds is to enable all children to reach their optimal physical and emotional health and well-being. The ACPeds is committed to fulfilling its mission by producing sound policy, based upon the best available research, to assist parents and to influence society in the endeavor of childrearing.