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New Survey Finds Declining Public Support for AI in Health Care

A survey from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center indicates a decline since 2024 in the number of adults who are comfortable with AI use in their medical care.

April 22, 2026 By ASCO AI Staff 2 min read
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Objective:

To assess public comfort and perceptions regarding the use of AI in health care.

Key Findings:
  • Add: '20% reported using AI to prepare for an upcoming medical appointment.'
Interpretation:

The decline in public support for AI in health care reflects a shift from initial optimism to a more detailed understanding of its benefits and limitations.

Limitations:
  • Specify that the sample may not fully represent all demographics of the U.S. adult population.
Conclusion:

As public understanding of AI's role in health care evolves, support may increase again in the coming years.

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