Google now requires human doctors to check health answers in its search results. This change affects medical questions people ask Google. The company announced this new policy today.
(Google search “medical Q&A” requires review by professional doctors)
People often search for health information online. They look for details about illnesses, medicines, or symptoms. But finding correct answers can be hard. Sometimes online information is wrong or misleading. Google wants to make its health search results more trustworthy.
Under the new system, answers to common medical questions must be reviewed by real doctors. These doctors are licensed medical professionals. They will look over the answers Google provides. The doctors will check for accuracy and safety. They will make sure the information is up-to-date and reliable. Information that isn’t reviewed won’t appear in the special health answer boxes.
Google is working with medical experts and groups. These partners help create the health information. They also help with the review process. The goal is to give people better health answers when they search.
(Google search “medical Q&A” requires review by professional doctors)
This review process starts now. It applies to searches in the United States first. Google plans to expand this to other countries later. The company didn’t say how long reviews take. The reviewed answers will appear in the search results box. They cover things like definitions, causes, and treatments. Examples include high blood pressure, diabetes, or depression. The change affects searches done on phones and computers.
