Google recently disclosed its plans to introduce an AI-powered health chatbot for Fitbit during its annual Health Check Up event. The chatbot, expected to launch by 2024, will be available for Fitbit Premium users participating in Fitbit Labs.
The objective of this chatbot is to revolutionize the way people engage with their health data, making it more accessible and personalized. It is part of Google’s grand plan to integrate AI technology into health services in order to make health care more accessible and provide meaningful insights.
Unlike other health monitoring apps, this chatbot aims to provide advanced interpretations of user health data in a user-friendly way. It will translate complex medical information into clear, understandable reports, thus changing how users interact with their health records.
The proposed chatbot function is to act as a personal health advisor, assisting users in understanding correlations, like daily activity and sleep patterns, and providing insights into the potential consequences. It is also expected to provide guidelines to meet personal goals, nudge users towards healthier behaviours, and offer general reminders and positive reinforcements.
Initially, this AI chatbot will only be available for Android users participating in the Fitbit Labs program. Google is also working on a robust AI framework, influenced by its existing Gemini technology, to collect data from Fitbit and Pixel devices for comprehensive insights and personalized advice.
The ultimate objective of Google’s ambitious project is to transform health tracking into a more immersive and user-centric experience, with a strong emphasis on privacy and data protection measures to ensure user data confidentiality.
Furthermore, Google is expanding its healthcare AI efforts through another project, AMIE (Articulate Medical Intelligence Explorer), intended to support medical professionals. AMIE aims to simplify clinical dialogue, facilitate accurate diagnosis, and improve patient communication, demonstrating Google’s commitment to leveraging AI technology to transform the healthcare industry.
