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Vermont pharmacy chain's AI rollout causes delays, errors, privacy issues
A Vermont pharmacy chain implemented AI to boost efficiency, but the system has led to longer wait times, incorrect prescription information, and privacy concerns. Staff report the AI frequently misreads handwritten prescriptions and fails to catch drug interactions. The chain is now reviewing the technology amid complaints from patients and pharmacists.
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Another cautionary tale of AI deployed without adequate testing in a high-stakes environment, where efficiency gains were overshadowed by real-world failures.
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