There are more AI health tools than ever—but how well do they work?

The article discusses the rise of AI health tools like Copilot Health from Microsoft and Health AI from Amazon, emphasizing the need for rigorous testing by independent experts before widespread use. While companies claim advancements in AI enable these tools to provide effective medical advice, concerns remain about their accuracy and safety. Experts highlight the potential benefits of AI chatbots in improving healthcare access but caution against relying on them for diagnosis or treatment without thorough evaluation. Companies like OpenAI are developing benchmarks to assess the performance of AI health tools, but there are ongoing challenges in ensuring their reliability and effectiveness.