- ChatGPT Health has been made available to all users, allowing them to connect Apple Health and medical records.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Health is now publicly accessible, enabling users to link their Apple Health and medical records to the AI. The company revealed that over 300 million health-related inquiries are made weekly.12
However, the launch comes amid concerns regarding the accuracy of AI-generated health advice. A lawsuit from Scott Winters, a Florida pastor, claims that an earlier version of ChatGPT provided him with 'personalized and inaccurate' medical guidance that nearly resulted in his death from a pulmonary embolism in 2025.
OpenAI acknowledged that its latest models have improved in answering health prompts, even outperforming some doctors. Yet, experts caution against relying solely on AI for medical decisions.
Alexander, a health expert, emphasized that treating chatbots as definitive sources for medical decisions oversimplifies the complexities of healthcare. He reiterated that ChatGPT is not intended for diagnosis or treatment, urging users to approach AI health tools with caution.
Both physicians recommend that consumers should challenge AI responses and prioritize direct conversations with healthcare providers when in doubt.
As AI continues to evolve, the balance between innovation and safety remains a critical discussion in the realm of health technology.
“The launch comes amid a lawsuit claiming an older ChatGPT model gave a user 'personalized and inaccurate' advice that nearly caused a fatal pulmonary embolism. OpenAI's VP of health Ashley Alexander countered that treating chatbots as the whole story oversimplifies medical decisions.”
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