What to consider before asking an AI chatbot for health advice

Key Takeaways

• Using AI chatbots for medical advice could elicit hallucinations and expose users to security and privacy risks, according to ESET guidance.
• Chatbots may produce confident but incorrect medical answers, so users should not rely on them for diagnosis or treatment decisions.
• Before sharing health details with a chatbot, consider that inputs may be stored or misused, and always confirm critical health information with a qualified professional.