Medical professionals are watching the rise of AI chatbots in health care with cautious optimism. Surgeons note that tools like ChatGPT can spread inaccurate medical advice, yet the upcoming ChatGPT Health aims to protect patient privacy and integrate with personal health apps. Experts warn about data security and regulatory gaps, while also highlighting the potential to streamline administrative burdens through AI‑enhanced electronic health records and insurer workflows. The debate centers on balancing patient safety with the promise of faster, more efficient care delivery. Read more →

Anthropic announced Claude for Healthcare, a suite of AI tools aimed at providers, payers, and patients. Like OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health, the platform can sync health data from phones and wearables without using that data for model training. Claude adds advanced "connectors" to major medical databases such as the CMS Coverage Database, ICD-10, the National Provider Identifier Standard, and PubMed, enabling faster prior‑authorization reviews and research. While industry observers note the risk of hallucination‑prone large language models offering medical advice, both Anthropic and OpenAI caution users to consult qualified healthcare professionals. Read more →

Following a Guardian investigation that highlighted misleading AI Overviews for certain liver‑related health queries, Google has removed those overviews from its search results. The removal affects queries such as “what is the normal range for liver blood tests” and similar variations. Google’s spokesperson said the company does not comment on individual removals but noted that clinicians reviewed the highlighted queries and found the information largely accurate. The British Liver Trust welcomed the change but warned that broader issues with AI‑generated health content remain. Read more →

OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Health, an AI‑driven virtual clinic that can read electronic medical records and fitness data to offer personalized health advice. While the service promises clearer explanations of medical jargon and quicker insight into test results, experts and users voice strong concerns about data privacy, the lack of HIPAA coverage, and the risk of AI hallucinations. Trust, transparency, and regulatory safeguards are cited as essential before widespread adoption can be considered safe. Read more →

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a new section within the ChatGPT app designed specifically for health‑related queries. Users can securely link medical records and wellness apps such as Apple Health, MyFitnessPal, and Peloton, allowing the AI to tailor responses to personal data. The tool is positioned as a support system rather than a diagnostic service, emphasizing that it should not replace professional medical care. OpenAI highlights extensive physician collaboration, layered security measures, and the ability for users to control data access and deletion. Access is currently limited to a waitlist, with broader rollout planned in the coming weeks. Read more →

OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Health, a separate space within its AI chatbot that lets users link medical records and wellness apps for more personalized health‑related answers. The company says the feature includes extra privacy safeguards and that conversations in this area will not be used to train its foundational models. Still in testing, the service has regional limits on which health apps can connect. OpenAI stresses that ChatGPT Health is not meant for diagnosis or treatment and warns that AI chatbots are not qualified to give medical advice, citing risks of inaccurate information and privacy concerns. Read more →

OpenAI announced a new feature called ChatGPT Health, creating a separate space for users to discuss health and wellness topics with the AI. The company says more than 230 million users ask health‑related questions each week, and the new product isolates those conversations from regular chats to protect context and privacy. ChatGPT Health can integrate data from popular wellness apps such as Apple Health, Function, and MyFitnessPal, but OpenAI stresses that health chats will not be used to train its models. The rollout is expected in the coming weeks. Read more →

OpenAI has rolled out ChatGPT Health, a sandboxed tab within ChatGPT designed for health‑related questions. The feature lets users connect medical records and popular wellness apps such as Apple Health, MyFitnessPal, and Weight Watchers. Partnering with b.well for record integration, the service starts with a waitlist beta and is positioned as a supplemental tool—not a diagnostic or treatment platform. OpenAI emphasizes enhanced privacy, selective data use, and safeguards for mental‑health conversations, while noting that HIPAA does not apply to the consumer product. Read more →

Researchers have demonstrated a robot that can acquire 1,000 distinct physical tasks in a single day, each from just one demonstration. By breaking actions into simpler phases and reusing knowledge across tasks, the system learns far faster than traditional approaches that require hundreds of repetitions. The breakthrough, achieved on a real robot arm rather than in simulation, points to more flexible, affordable automation that could transform sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare, and brings the vision of adaptable home robots closer to reality. Read more →

Medical ethicists and AI researchers caution that artificial‑intelligence surrogates, designed to aid patient‑centered decisions, must be treated as decision aids rather than replacements for human judgment. While such tools could integrate clinical data, patient values, and contextual information, concerns arise over fairness, bias, emotional manipulation, and the need for automatic ethics review. Researchers stress rigorous validation, transparent conversation, and safeguards before deploying AI surrogates in critical care scenarios. Read more →

A new survey by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) of more than 20,000 U.S. workers shows that while many tasks can be automated, only a small fraction of jobs are truly at risk of displacement by generative AI. The study highlights that non‑technical barriers such as client preferences, legal constraints, and cost considerations limit automation, especially in roles that require human interaction. Industries like health care and personal care remain largely insulated, whereas computer‑based occupations show higher automation potential. The findings suggest a gradual reshaping of work rather than a sweeping job loss. Read more →

Generative AI chatbots are increasingly marketed as mental‑health companions, but researchers and clinicians say they lack the safeguards and expertise of licensed therapists. Studies reveal flaws in their therapeutic approach, and regulators are beginning to act, with state laws banning AI‑based therapy and federal investigations targeting major AI firms. While some companies add disclaimers, the technology’s confidence and tendency to affirm users can be harmful. Experts advise seeking qualified human professionals and using purpose‑built therapy bots rather than generic AI chat tools. Read more →

Artificial intelligence tools are being positioned to reshape the healthcare system by shifting care from a reactive model to proactive prevention, early detection, and streamlined operations. AI‑driven image analysis, predictive algorithms, and chat‑based triage can catch diseases earlier, guide patients to the right pathways, and free clinicians to focus on complex cases. Experts emphasize the need for specialist AI agents, hybrid human‑AI workflows, and rigorous safety monitoring to ensure accurate, trustworthy outcomes while reducing overall costs. Read more →

Advances in ambient AI and speech‑to‑text technology are helping clinicians, especially general practitioners, manage heavy workloads by automating note‑taking, referral creation, and data capture. Modern voice tools integrate with existing digital platforms, reduce documentation overload, improve record accuracy, and support accessibility for clinicians with diverse needs. Built‑in privacy and security safeguards align with NHS standards, while cloud‑based solutions run on standard laptops. Though not a substitute for staffing, these technologies reclaim valuable time and are already delivering measurable benefits in UK primary care. Read more →

Venture capitalists are pouring record funding into robotics startups, with investors committing $6 billion in the first seven months of 2025. The surge follows key catalysts such as Amazon’s 2013 acquisition of Kiva Systems, declining hardware costs, and advances in AI. Partners at firms like Eclipse Ventures, Bee Partners, and Cybernetix Ventures highlight how a decade of trial and error has clarified market demand across manufacturing, warehousing, construction, healthcare, and elder‑care. While consumer‑focused robots remain a challenge, investors see strong growth potential in industrial and vertical‑specific applications. Read more →

Artificial intelligence tools are being positioned to reshape the healthcare system by shifting care from a reactive model to proactive prevention, early detection, and streamlined operations. AI‑driven image analysis, predictive algorithms, and chat‑based triage can catch diseases earlier, guide patients to the right pathways, and free clinicians to focus on complex cases. Experts emphasize the need for specialist AI agents, hybrid human‑AI workflows, and rigorous safety monitoring to ensure accurate, trustworthy outcomes while reducing overall costs. Read more →

Artificial intelligence tools are being positioned to reshape the healthcare system by shifting care from a reactive model to proactive prevention, early detection, and streamlined operations. AI‑driven image analysis, predictive algorithms, and chat‑based triage can catch diseases earlier, guide patients to the right pathways, and free clinicians to focus on complex cases. Experts emphasize the need for specialist AI agents, hybrid human‑AI workflows, and rigorous safety monitoring to ensure accurate, trustworthy outcomes while reducing overall costs. Read more →

Advances in ambient AI and speech‑to‑text technology are helping clinicians, especially general practitioners, manage heavy workloads by automating note‑taking, referral creation, and data capture. Modern voice tools integrate with existing digital platforms, reduce documentation overload, improve record accuracy, and support accessibility for clinicians with diverse needs. Built‑in privacy and security safeguards align with NHS standards, while cloud‑based solutions run on standard laptops. Though not a substitute for staffing, these technologies reclaim valuable time and are already delivering measurable benefits in UK primary care. Read more →

Advances in ambient AI and speech‑to‑text technology are helping clinicians, especially general practitioners, manage heavy workloads by automating note‑taking, referral creation, and data capture. Modern voice tools integrate with existing digital platforms, reduce documentation overload, improve record accuracy, and support accessibility for clinicians with diverse needs. Built‑in privacy and security safeguards align with NHS standards, while cloud‑based solutions run on standard laptops. Though not a substitute for staffing, these technologies reclaim valuable time and are already delivering measurable benefits in UK primary care. Read more →

Venture capitalists are pouring record funding into robotics startups, with investors committing $6 billion in the first seven months of 2025. The surge follows key catalysts such as Amazon’s 2013 acquisition of Kiva Systems, declining hardware costs, and advances in AI. Partners at firms like Eclipse Ventures, Bee Partners, and Cybernetix Ventures highlight how a decade of trial and error has clarified market demand across manufacturing, warehousing, construction, healthcare, and elder‑care. While consumer‑focused robots remain a challenge, investors see strong growth potential in industrial and vertical‑specific applications. Read more →