Apple is reportedly working on revamping its Health app with new health coaching features powered by artificial intelligence (AI) as part of its efforts to turn its products into health tools.
The new initiative, known internally as Project Mulberry, is currently in testing and features an AI-powered coach that provides users with personalized advice on improving their health.
By introducing an AI-powered virtual doctor, Apple aims to empower users with smarter, data-driven insights to improve their health, while positioning itself as a key player in the growing intersection of technology and healthcare.
Furthermore, this marks a significant shift toward more personalized and proactive healthcare management for users.
Currently, Apple devices track various health metrics such as heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and calories burned, but this data is simply collected without being actively analyzed. However, Apple is now working on a new version of its Health app, where the company plans to use an AI agent or an LLM to interpret and provide insights into a person’s health data, according to the reports.
Apple – AI Integration and Virtual Doctor
The new AI-powered virtual doctor will use artificial intelligence to analyze data collected from users’ Apple devices, such as the Apple Watch and iPhone.
The AI will assess a variety of health metrics, including heart rate, activity levels, sleep patterns, blood oxygen levels, and more. It will then provide personalized health insights, advice, and potential health risk warnings based on this data.
According to the statement, the virtual doctor will be able to offer individualized recommendations for improving health and wellness, such as exercise tips, diet adjustments, and stress management practices.
The AI will continuously learn and adapt based on a user’s health history, offering more accurate and relevant advice over time.
