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# AI in Healthcare: What You Need to Know
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AI is coming to the NHS soon** â Artificial intelligence tools will soon become a normal part of how doctors and hospitals diagnose and treat patients in the UK, so you may encounter this technology during your healthcare visits.
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New rules are needed to keep you safe** â The health watchdog is asking the government to create new laws to make sure AI is used properly and safely in hospitals, similar to how other medical tools and medicines are checked before use.
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Stay informed and ask questions** â When you visit your doctor or hospital, don't hesitate to ask if AI is being used in your care; understanding what's happening with your health is your right.
Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.
Source: BBC Health · Read full article ↗
The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.
📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
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