AI shaping our health care decisions, even whether we go to the doctor
A new Gallup poll found that nearly half of Americans use artificial intelligence to inform their healthcare decisions, with some even skipping doctor visits based on AI advice. The poll highlights the growing role of AI in healthcare, with many using it to supplement medical advice or get quick answers.
Nearly half of Americans are using artificial intelligence to inform their healthcare decisions, according to a Gallup poll. The poll found that 70% of respondents used AI in the past 30 days, mostly to get quick answers or supplement medical advice. Fourteen percent of respondents skipped a doctor's visit due to AI advice, translating to an estimated 14 million people. The most common questions people asked AI were about nutrition and exercise (59%) and physical symptoms (58%). Gallup researchers caution that while AI can be useful, its role as a replacement for healthcare needs is still uncertain. The poll highlights the growing influence of AI in healthcare, with many using it to clarify questions and review information.
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