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AI usage for health and veterinary inquiries

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Recent studies highlight a growing trend of individuals using artificial intelligence to manage health-related inquiries for both humans and animals. In Hungary, research by NN Biztosító shows that approximately 46 percent of adult internet users have utilized AI for health queries. Within the 18-69 age demographic, 70 percent of AI users have posed medical questions, with usage highest among those aged 18-29. Common applications include symptom checking, self-diagnosis, and interpreting lab results. However, trust remains cautious; only 29 percent of users fully trust an AI-provided diagnosis, and 55 percent report mixed feelings regarding accuracy. Bencé Holló, CEO of NN Biztosító, stated that users seem to seek “interpretation and guidance rather than replacing doctors entirely.” Similarly, in Italy, a study by Ipsos Doxa for Purina found that one in three pet owners uses artificial intelligence to manage the health of their dogs and cats. While these tools are used to explain veterinary terms or prepare questions for professionals, there is an increasing trend of owners seeking direct medical diagnoses from chatbots. Research is also exploring AI systems that can analyze clinical data, movement, and sleep patterns to detect changes in pet health. Expanding on these trends, a 2026 PwC ‘Voice of the Consumer’ survey indicates that nearly half of consumers in Central and Eastern Europe use AI when first encountering a health issue. Approximately 60 In Romania, a recent online survey indicates that 70 percent of respondents utilize the population uses AI tools before consulting a healthcare professional. The survey, covering 27 countries, also found that 79 in daily routines, with adoption reaching 89 percent among Generation Z. Despite high usage, concerns regarding transparency persist; 32 percent of Romanian respondents use health applications or wearable devices, with 58 percent willing to pay more for devices providing data deemed reliable stated they would feel “betrayed” if they discovered medical explanations from professionals were generated by professionals. AI without their knowledge.

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