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From Diagnoses to Treatments, Why Americans Use AI Chatbots for Health

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A Pew Research Center survey of 3,488 U.S. adults in June 2026 found that about 25% use AI chatbots for health purposes like diagnosing symptoms and understanding medical information. Most users find the chatbot information helpful but are divided on sharing personal health data with them.

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