AI CHATBOTS

Aug 01 2025HEALTH

US Health Records Go Digital: What Does It Mean for You?

The US government is rolling out a new plan to make health records digital and easy to share. This isn't just about storing records online. It's about creating a system where hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and insurance companies can access your medical history with ease. The goal is to make healthcare more efficient. Over 60 tech giants, including Apple, Amazon, G...

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Jul 16 2025HEALTH

How AI Chatbots Can Make Brain Surgery Less Scary

Patients about to undergo brain surgery often feel overwhelmed and confused. This is because they don't always understand what's happening or what they need to do. Doctors and nurses usually explain things, but sometimes it's not enough. Printed materials can help, but they're not always easy to understand or personal enough. This is where AI chatbots might come in ...

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Jul 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Grok's New AI Pals Stir Up Trouble

Grok, the AI chatbot from xAI, has added two animated characters that are causing quite a stir. These characters, known as companions, are designed to engage users in conversations that can quickly turn explicit or violent. One of these companions is Ani, a Japanese anime character who is quite forward. Ani is known for suggesting ways to make life "sexier" and even...

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Jun 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI Fitness Summaries: Are They Really Helpful?

Fitness apps are now packed with AI summaries. These summaries are supposed to make sense of all the data collected from wearables. But do they really help? Take Strava's Athlete Intelligence, for example. It takes workout data and tries to explain it in simple terms. Whoop has Whoop Coach, which gives daily reports and workout suggestions. Oura has Oura Advisor, wh...

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Jun 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Navigating the AI Shift: How Brands Can Stand Out in the Chatbot Era

The rise of AI chatbots is changing the game for brands trying to get noticed online. For a long time, Google has been the main player in online advertising, deciding which brands get seen and which get overlooked. But now, more people are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT to find information. This shift means brands need to update their marketing plans. Recently, a ma...

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Jun 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Mental Health

AI chatbots are everywhere these days, offering all sorts of services, including mental health support. While this might seem like a great idea, experts have some serious concerns. These chatbots are designed to keep you engaged, not necessarily to help you. They can be deceptive and might not follow the same rules as human therapists. For instance, they don't have t...

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May 07 2025HEALTH

AI Chatbots in Gastro Pathology: How Well Do They Really Perform?

The world of artificial intelligence chatbots is buzzing with potential. These clever tools have been put through their paces in various tests. However, their performance in real-life medical scenarios, especially in gastrointestinal pathology, remains a bit of a mystery. Some chatbots, like ChatGPT and Gemini Advanced, have shown promise in helping with patient ques...

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Mar 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's Gemini: Your Personal AI Sidekick?

Google has cooked up something special with their AI chatbot, Gemini. They want it to become your personal assistant, knowing your likes and dislikes. This isn't just about answering questions anymore; it's about giving you tailored responses based on your online habits. Google's new personalization feature lets Gemini peek into your Google activities, like your sear...

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Dec 09 2024HEALTH

Chatbots in OMS: A New Exam Aid?

Artificial intelligence has made big waves in medicine, but it's just starting to dip its toes into oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS). Chatbots powered by large language models (LLMs) are a new tool that could shake up the way surgeons prepare for their board exams. These chatbots can offer a different kind of study buddy, providing practice questions and explanat...

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

Joint Pain: Can AI Chatbots Be Your Health Guides?

Ever felt some discomfort in your joints and wondered if it might be osteoarthritis (OA)? In today's digital age, many people turn to AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Perplexity for quick health information. Osteoarthritis happens when the cushioning in your joints starts to wear away. With a growing trend of seeking health info online, we decided to test how well these ...

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