Rural Health Matters: Pros and Cons of Using AI for Health Information

Dr. Jeffrey Gold says AI can improve access to information but should not replace health care professionals.

OMAHA, Neb. (RFD News) — As artificial intelligence becomes a more common source of health information, knowing which sources to trust remains important.

University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold joined us on Monday’s Rural Health Matters to discuss the benefits and limitations of using AI for health information.

In his conversation with RFD News, Gold said AI can improve access to information but should not replace a trusted health care professional who understands a patient’s medical history and care.

For additional information online, he recommends turning to major university health systems and established medical institutions. Gold says even accurate information can be difficult to interpret without the proper medical context.

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Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


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