A Utah program allows AI chatbots to refill prescriptions, sparking medical debate. This initiative raises questions about AI regulation and patient safety measures. Doctors express concerns about potential risks and drug interactions with automated renewals. Some states are now exploring similar AI healthcare waivers and legislation. The program's future hinges on balancing innovation with established medical practices.

FDA is taking a hands-off approach

An AI program in the state of Utah has sparked a vigorous debate about the role of the technology in health care.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A prescription refill program that quietly launched in Utah earlier this year has kicked off a big medical debate: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over…

A Utah program allows AI chatbots to refill prescriptions, sparking medical debate. This initiative raises questions about AI regulation and patient safety measures. Doctors…

Doctronic was able to launch thanks to a ‘regulatory sandbox’ that allows state officials to waive laws for AI companies offering promising technology.

Utah is the first US state to let an AI chatbot renew prescriptions without a doctor. Its medical board wants the Doctronic pilot halted.

Programma di IA nello Utah ha scatenato un acceso dibattito sulla tecnologia in sanità (ANSA)

A prescription refill program that quietly launched in Utah earlier this year has kicked off a big medical debate: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over tasks that, until…