Health in ChatGPT: Complex hospital reports, prescriptions and lab results are extremely difficult for a layman to understand. In such situations most people search on Google, where various websites add to the confusion instead of providing a clear answer. To solve this problem, OpenAI, a leading company in the field of artificial intelligence, has introduced a new and special feature called ‘Health in ChatGPT’, which will make it easier for users to understand and manage their health related data.

Direct integration with medical records and Apple Health

With the new feature, users will be able to link their hospital discharge summaries, lab reports and Apple Health data directly to ChatGPT. Till now users had to repeatedly upload PDF or image of any report to understand it. But now once the records are connected, the AI ​​system will answer the questions asked based on that data in very simple language.

Blood test comparison and fitness tracking

This feature will be useful in many ways. For example, if a patient takes a new blood test, ChatGPT will compare it with the old report to show the changes in the body. Apart from this, it will also help in explaining complicated doctor’s notes and preparing a list of questions to ask before the doctor’s visit. It will also be able to analyze iPhone or Apple Watch users’ sleep, exercise and other nutritional data.

Available to users over 18 years of age

Currently the service is only launched for users 18 years of age or older in the United States (US). Due to healthcare regulations and technological differences around the world, its testing has been limited to the US market for now. This feature will be available on web and iPhone and users with Free, Go, Plus and Pro plans of ChatGPT will be able to use it for free.

Privacy Standards

According to statistics from OpenAI, approximately 300,000,000 people worldwide ask health-related questions on the platform per week. Initial tests revealed that 70% of health-related questions appear automatically during a normal chat. Considering the sensitivity of medical data, OpenAI claims that users’ health data will be stored completely separately and with high security. This data will not be used to train AI models or serve ads.

AI is not a doctor’s substitute: OpenAI’s explanation

A user in the US recently alleged that relying on AI’s medical advice had delayed his treatment. Following this incident, OpenAI has clarified that ChatGPT is an informational tool only and is not a substitute for a doctor or medical professional. It is always imperative to consult a qualified doctor for the treatment or decision of any disease.