AI in health care isn’t a cure-all

January 10, 2024

Thanks to their content creation abilities and user-friendly interfaces, generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems are having a profound impact on multiple sectors. The health care industry is no exception. Generative AI can be used in health care for routine information gathering, diagnosis, and even treatment.

The technology is yielding promising results, but it isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, Niam Yaraghi warns. In a new commentary, he breaks down how AI can be used in health care and shares policy recommendations for effective and ethical deployment.

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The Americans on the election front lines. In a new piece, Barry C. Burden and Robert M. Stein highlight the role of volunteer poll workers and the challenges facing this group, including recruitment and retention.

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