A Chat Interface for Medical Devices Raises New Possibilities — and New Safety Questions
Researchers are testing an AI-powered platform that could let people exchange real-time messages with certain medical devices. The promise is faster feedback, but the safety and oversight questions are substantial.
FDA maps out next wave of AI oversight for medical devices
The FDA’s new fiscal 2027 guidance list shows that artificial intelligence will remain a major focus, with planned documents on AI-enabled device software, generative AI, and related evidence standards.
Pulse Oximeter Readings Can Drift Over Time, New Study Finds
A new hospital-based study suggests pulse oximeter accuracy can change over time, not just across skin tones. Here’s what older adults should know.