AI-powered health clinics open in Phoenix-area stores

AI-powered medical clinics will now be offered to shoppers at several Phoenix-area grocery stores in an effort to provide better access to healthcare.

Akos, a telehealth company based in Phoenix, Arizona, recently launched AI-powered, virtual health clinics at five Safeway grocery stores across the Phoenix area, according to a press release. The clinics feature virtual and onsite health professionals, while also using augmented reality to guide patients through the diagnostic process.

The announcement underscores more healthcare integration across industries, particularly between pharmacy and grocery. Recently, Walgreens announced a pilot partnership with Kroger to deliver grocery orders to select Walgreens locations in Northern Kentucky.

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