Googleが病気のときのチップス、対処するコツ、を検索結果と合わせて表示する機能を追加。
まずはアメリカ版限定。
イギリスはまだだが、そこには、病気は個人差があり誤解を招く恐れがあるという意見もある。
BBCより。
Google adds medical information to its search results
http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-31426617
Google is rolling out a health feature that provides information about “common” medical conditions in response to related searches.
The facility provides medical illustrations, possible treatments and other data ahead of its traditional links to others’ sites.
The firm says it worked with doctors to develop the service, but adds that it is not intended to replace visits to a professional.
It is initially limited to the US.
But the firm adds that it plans to extend the service across the globe, adding rarer ailments in time.
British doctors have welcomed the initiative, but caution that the information needs to be edited to become suitable for local markets.
“One in 20 Google searches are for health-related information,” said Prem Ramaswami, announcing the launch of the feature.
“We’ll show you typical symptoms and treatments, as well as details on how common the condition is – whether it’s critical, if it’s contagious, what ages it affects, and more. ・・・
