Launching Health in ChatGPT
OpenAI is launching a new health integration for ChatGPT users in the United States. This feature allows users to securely connect Apple Health and supported medical records directly into their chat sessions. The goal is to provide a central place for people to track their medical history, interpret lab results, and monitor health trends without toggling between multiple patient portals and fitness apps.
Once authorized, the system draws on connected data to explain complex medical terminology or summarize changes between appointments. For instance, if you ask about a workout routine, ChatGPT can consider your recent sleep data and activity levels to provide more relevant suggestions. Users maintain control over their data, and the company confirmed that this information is not used to train foundation models or for ad targeting.
The update includes stronger model performance through new releases such as GPT-5.5 Instant and GPT-5.6 Sol. These models received training from physicians to handle health-related queries with improved reasoning and caution. While the system can assist in synthesizing records, the company notes that this tool does not replace the professional judgment of a healthcare provider.
To access this, users can open the health interface from the sidebar in ChatGPT on web or iOS. The system asks for permission before accessing your data, and users can disconnect their accounts or delete data at any time. This rollout is available to Free, Go, Plus, and Pro plans for users 18 and older.