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UK doctor warns AI accounts peddle dangerous medical myths

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Dr. Emma Runswick, deputy chair of the British Medical Association council, has raised concerns about AI-generated accounts spreading medical misinformation. She stated that platforms like TikTok need to increase their efforts to combat dangerous fake medical advice, warning that the public's health could be at risk. AI

IMPACT Highlights the growing concern over AI-generated misinformation and its potential impact on public health and safety.

RANK_REASON Commentary from a credible voice on the risks of AI-generated content.

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UK doctor warns AI accounts peddle dangerous medical myths

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    "The British Medical Association council deputy chair, Dr Emma Runswick, flagged the risks posed by AI accounts that 'peddle medical myths and promote so-called

    "The British Medical Association council deputy chair, Dr Emma Runswick, flagged the risks posed by AI accounts that 'peddle medical myths and promote so-called miracle cures.' 'Platforms like TikTok must do more to stop the rise of dangerous fake medical advice … otherwise, it i…

    LINKS theguardian.com/…/misleading-ai-generated…

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