Doctors’ soaring use of AI scribes prompts Australian government warning over privacy
The Australian federal health department has warned about the rise of AI scribes used by doctors, noting little oversight amid skyrocketing popularity. Use has nearly doubled from 22% to 40% in 18 months, raising concerns over patient consent and data security. Regulators are assessing safeguards to ensure transparency and protect patient privacy in healthcare settings.
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Published 04 Jul 2026, 20:00 UTC · Updated 04 Jul 2026, 20:20 UTC
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