The HSE has been supplied with an encryption key alleged to help unlock data disabled by the cyber attack. 

Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live, Jess explained what a encryption key is and how to stay vigilant online.

Dr Krysia Lynch chair of the Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services & Rebecca, a patient of Holles Street Hospital also joined Andrea to discuss the latest on appointments.

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