Key Takeaways

AI-generated health advice can be dangerous and should never replace guidance from a licensed medical professional.

AI chatbots may deliver outdated, misleading, or overly generic health information.

Experts recommend using AI tools only for general background knowledge and discussing any AI-sourced health advice with a doctor.

A 60-year-old man replaced table salt with sodium bromide after consulting ChatGPT, a switch that led to bromide toxicity and a three-week psychiatric hospitalization.

The case highlights the potential dangers of relying on AI chatbots for health advice. However, most Americans think AI-generated health information is "somewhat reliable," according to a recent survey. Experts warn that AI tools should never replace professional medical care.

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