Los Angeles Times July 16, 2019
Amazon is in a unique position to be able to collect sensitive medical information from Alexa users and to act on such data as the world’s e-commerce leader. (Associated Press)
Alexa, how do I become a healthcare player?
Amazon announced its latest move in this direction last week by introducing a feature that allows British users of its Alexa digital assistant to ask for medical advice, with answers provided by Britain’s National Health Service. For example: “Alexa, how do I treat a migraine?”
American Alexa users already can receive general health information from the likes of WebMD and the Mayo Clinic. But Amazon’s deal with Britain’s state-run NHS appears to be more treatment-oriented, and raises the possibility of similar U.S....
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