A major health provider in [Australia] is scrambling after hackers broke into systems run by Partnered Health, a large network of family clinics operating in one state. Cyber thieves made off with confidential patient files during the recent attack, prompting fears of misuse. The breach swiped contact details and private files including sensitive details, leaving many asking how far the intrusion went. Partnered Health confirmed the compromise this week as they calculate the full cost . Every affected clinic has been told of the breach by corporate [representatives] as Partnered Health rushes to lock systems and calm nervous patients .