AI Chatbots Offer Personalized Health Advice but Are Not Medical Substitutes

Tech companies like OpenAI and Anthropic have introduced AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT Health and Claude, designed to provide personalized health advice by analyzing medical records, wellness apps, and wearable data. While these tools can help explain test results and prepare for doctor visits, both companies emphasize they are not substitutes for professional medical care. Experts note AI chatbots may offer more tailored information than general searches but can sometimes produce inaccurate or misleading responses. Users should also consider privacy concerns when sharing health data.