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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health Again
On July 23, OpenAI began a broader rollout of its Health feature in ChatGPT, enabling users in the US to link personal health data, including information from Apple Health. This feature is designed to aggregate health information from various sources to provide personalized assistance for health-related inquiries, and is aimed primarily at users aged 18 and older. Despite its utility, the initiative raises questions regarding privacy protections and the legal implications of using AI in healthcare.
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Published 24 Jul 2026, 11:55 UTC5 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- ChatGPT Health connects user health data for enhanced interaction.
- Available to US users aged 18 and older across multiple subscription plans.
- Supports connections from Apple Health and various medical record providers.
- OpenAI partnered with b.well for infrastructure related to medical records.
- The service aims to reduce redundancy in sharing personal health details.
Interesting facts
- Over 300 million users engage with ChatGPT for health inquiries weekly.
- Health in ChatGPT doesn't comply with HIPAA for clinical uses.
- Users can manage permissions on how their data is utilized in responses.