Chatbots handle medical questions better than doctors


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A study finds that people asking medical questions online preferred the responses from ChatGPT, rather than those from busy human doctors. — Freepik

What are my odds of dying after swallowing a toothpick?

Do I need to see a doctor after hitting my head on a metal bar while running?

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