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OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT Health with Privacy Commitments

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OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a dedicated space for health-related conversations, ensuring that private health information will not be used to train its AI models. This new feature is being rolled out to users globally, except in the EEA, Switzerland, and the UK. OpenAI emphasizes that health data will be subject to its Health Privacy Notice and encourages users to enable multi-factor authentication for added security. ChatGPT Health is designed to provide a secure environment for health discussions, though OpenAI clarifies that it should not replace professional medical advice. The feature offers optional ability to securely connect medical records and wellness apps for tailored responses, with purpose-built encryption and isolation to keep health conversations protected and compartmentalized.

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  1. 08.01.2026 01:28 2 articles · 1d ago

    ChatGPT Health Launched with Privacy Assurances

    OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Health, a dedicated space for health conversations, with a promise not to use health information to train its AI models. The feature is rolling out to users globally, except in the EEA, Switzerland, and the UK. OpenAI advises users to enable multi-factor authentication for added security and clarifies that ChatGPT should not replace professional medical advice. The feature offers optional ability to securely connect medical records and wellness apps for tailored responses, with purpose-built encryption and isolation to keep health conversations protected and compartmentalized.

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