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AI in health widens digital divide, experts warn

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AI innovation in healthcare is creating a divide, with advanced tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT Health primarily benefiting digitally savvy consumers while leaving underserved communities behind. Experts like Sergei Polevikov have encountered issues such as hallucinations and administrative hurdles with these platforms, highlighting that those who need these tools least are often the ones receiving them. Many individuals in these communities are unaware they already use AI through everyday tools like Siri, indicating they are "tech-ignored" rather than "tech-averse." Initiatives like Humanity AI, backed by major philanthropies, aim to steer AI development to be more inclusive and people-centered, addressing the need to design technology for everyone. AI

IMPACT AI-driven health tools risk exacerbating existing inequalities if not designed inclusively.

RANK_REASON The article discusses the societal impact and potential future direction of AI in healthcare, rather than announcing a new product or research finding.

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AI in health widens digital divide, experts warn

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Lisa Fitzpatrick, Contributor ·

    How AI Innovation Is Widening The Digital Health Divide

    AI in healthcare is booming but the digital health divide is widening. How underserved communities are being tech-ignored.

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