How to use ChatGPT Health feature to understand your medical records and wellness data

OpenAI has clarified that ChatGPT Health is not intended for diagnosis or treatment and does not replace professional medical care.

• ChatGPT Health helps users understand medical records and wellness data securely
• Connect apps, upload reports, and ask questions for simple explanations.
• Health data is stored separately with added privacy protections and encryption

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OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Health as a dedicated space within ChatGPT that helps users make sense of medical records, lab results, and wellness data while keeping health information separate and protected. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use the ChatGPT Health feature to better understand your health information.

What is ChatGPT Health

ChatGPT Health is a separate health-focused experience inside ChatGPT. It allows users to securely connect medical records and supported wellness apps so conversations are grounded in personal health data. The feature is designed to support understanding and preparation, not diagnosis or treatment, and is meant to complement discussions with healthcare professionals.

How to access ChatGPT Health

Open ChatGPT on the web or iOS.

Sign in using your existing account.

If you have access, select Health from the left sidebar menu.

If Health is not visible, join the waitlist and wait for access to be enabled on your account.

How to connect medical records and apps

Open the Health section from the sidebar.

Select the option to add information or connect apps.

Choose medical records or supported wellness apps such as Apple Health or nutrition and fitness platforms.

Review the data types being shared and provide explicit permission.

Complete the connection. You can disconnect any app at any time from Settings.

How to understand your medical records

Upload lab reports, visit summaries, or medical PDFs directly into Health.

Ask clear questions such as “Explain my latest blood test results” or “Summarize my last visit notes.”

Review the explanation provided in simple language.

Use follow-up questions to understand trends, ranges, or terms you find unclear.

How to use wellness data for daily insights

Connect supported fitness, nutrition, or activity apps.

Ask questions like “How has my sleep changed this month?” or “What does my activity data show?”

Use the responses to spot patterns over time rather than focusing on a single day.

Prepare notes or questions for discussions with your doctor or nutritionist.

Privacy and data controls

Health conversations are stored separately from regular chats. Data shared in Health is not used to train foundation models, and users can view or delete Health memories at any time. Additional protections such as encryption and optional multi-factor authentication help keep information secure.

Using ChatGPT Health responsibly

ChatGPT Health is intended to help users feel informed and prepared. It does not replace professional medical advice. Use it to understand information, organize questions, and track patterns, and always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis or treatment decisions.