OpenAI has made its ChatGPT Health feature available to all U.S.-based users, expanding the service's reach beyond its initial testing phase. The feature allows users to integrate data from various health-related services, including Apple Health, Function, and MyFitnessPal, to receive tailored health information and insights.
According to OpenAI, users are now asking 300 million health-related queries each week, a significant increase from the 230 million queries reported during the testing phase. The feature is designed to provide users with accurate and helpful information, but OpenAI maintains that its services are not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of any health condition.
OpenAI has stressed the importance of verifying information and seeking professional advice when it comes to health-related matters. The company has worked with physicians to improve its models on health queries and has noted progress in answering health-related queries, with its latest model, GPT 5.6-Luna, outperforming its predecessor on HealthBench evaluation.
The expansion of ChatGPT Health comes as several studies have highlighted the limitations of AI bots in providing medical advice. Despite this, companies like Anthropic and Google continue to develop health-related AI features. OpenAI's move is likely to be closely watched by the industry, particularly in light of regulatory developments, such as the EU's AI Act.
As the UK continues to explore the potential of AI in healthcare, the implications of OpenAI's move for UK businesses and consumers will be closely watched. While the service is currently only available to U.S. users, the UK's own healthtech sector is likely to be impacted by the growing demand for AI-powered health services.