ChatGPT Jumps Into Healthcare: OpenAI Launches Controversial Tool for All US Adults

OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT Health to all logged-in US users over 18, making it one of the most aggressive moves by a major AI company into the healthcare space.

The numbers are staggering: Users were already asking 300 million health-related questions per week — up from 230 million in January. That's not a niche feature. That's a behavior shift.

What it does:

• Integrates with Apple Health, Function, MyFitnessPal, Epic, Oracle Health, and One Medical
• Lets users pull health data into regular ChatGPT conversations (not just a dedicated hub)
• OpenAI says 70% of health queries were already happening outside the health hub during testing

The catch: OpenAI maintains its services are "not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of any health condition." This comes a day after a Florida pastor sued the company for allegedly giving near-fatal medical advice.

Why it matters for NYC operators: Healthcare is one of the biggest cost centers for small businesses. If ChatGPT Health can actually help owners navigate insurance, understand symptoms, or prep for doctor visits, that's real time and money saved. But the liability question looms large.

Source: TechCrunch, July 23, 2026 — OpenAI makes ChatGPT Health available to all US users