15/04/2026
We asked our very own .ummer ‘Should You Trust AI With Your Wellbeing?’
More and more people are leaning on ChatGPT and other AI chatbots to ask questions about their health. Instead of googling a symptom, people are getting personalised, curated responses to all their most pressing questions. But how much should you rely on AI-generated suggestions?
“AI can be a useful tool for learning more about our health. However, when it comes to trusting it implicitly, I would proceed with caution. Health information and personal data are highly confidential, and it is important never to share identifiable details, medical records, or personal photos with AI tools, as any breach may put your data at risk. Anonymised descriptions should always be used.
While AI can appear helpful, it cannot apply the empathy and nuance required to accurately interpret health data in the way a trained doctor or healthcare professional can. As a result, it may cause unnecessary anxiety or stress around a health concern or alternatively downplay an issue that may be more urgent due to its limited understanding of the full health picture.
If you choose to use AI, it works best as a starting point. It can help generate questions about possible diagnoses, investigations, or treatment options, or assist in structuring concerns you wish to discuss further with your doctor. The prevailing recommendation would always be to consult your doctor for any health-related concerns.”