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OpenAI Launches Health-Focused Features in ChatGPT for US Users

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Hacker News ·

OpenAI has introduced health-related capabilities in ChatGPT for US users, allowing the AI to provide general health information and guidance. The feature aims to assist with wellness queries but does not replace professional medical advice. OpenAI emphasizes that the tool is not a diagnostic device and should be used cautiously.

Meridian48 take
While convenient, the health feature risks users over-relying on AI for medical advice, especially given ChatGPT's known tendency to produce plausible-sounding but incorrect information.
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