Danger Alert: AI Is Writing Content, But It’s Lying

There is a growing number of AI text generators around the web, offering more or less the same.

You give a brief of your planned content and maybe some keywords
Set the parameters, like the language, the tone of the text and the creativity level
Hit enter
Voila, you get your blog post/article/marketing copy/whatever

Isn’t it amazing? Writing a good text takes effort, so outsourcing it to AI could save us a ton of time in researching and crafting content.

Before you quickly lay off all your writers, let me show through a few examples of why trusting A.I. with content is dangerous as of now. TLDR spoiler: it is lying. All right, confabulating. Using alternative facts.

We tested the most popular AI text generator tools, choosing a medical topic, where it is clear how these fabricated “facts” can be extremely dangerous. The topic pick was a recent breakthrough, where the number of publications is yet limited, so it is relatively easy to fact-check the AI-generated outputs.

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We tried the five AI text generators that were most often recommended on professional-looking sites. Where there was an option, we both tested the “factual’ and the “optimal” creativity setting. The results haven’t really differed.

We tested:

Simplified
Rytr
Smart Copy
Copy.ai
Contentbot.ai

As the outputs of the five solutions highlighted very similar flaws (and dangers), let’s stick with three examples, for the sake of keeping the article within a reasonable length. Trust me, the rest didn’t do any better.

The topic:

We went with this relatively recent announcement: a few days ago UK researchers transplanted lab-grown blood into human patients in a world-first trial. So the brief was this: “Lab-grown blood transplanted into humans”.

The main facts of the original article (and the breakthrough) are this:

A UK research team transplanted lab-grown blood in very small amounts (5-10ml) into two healthy patients
The trial seems to have gone well
The team used stem cells to grow them into red blood cells

And let’s see what the content generator algorithms came up with. In all the generated texts we will bold the sections that have nothing to do with the actual facts. These are things AI just produced.

Simplified – AI text generator:

“In a world first, laboratory-grown blood cells have been transplanted into a human patient. The groundbreaking procedure, which was conducted at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, could help to pave the way for new treatments for blood disorders.

The patient, who has not been named, suffered from beta thalassemia, a condition that results in the production of abnormal red blood cells. In order to treat the condition, the patient underwent a procedure in which laboratory-grown blood cells were injected into their bloodstream.

This is the first time that lab-grown blood cells have been used to treat a human patient, and it represents a significant milestone in the field of regenerative medicine. With further research and development, it is hoped that this technique could be used to treat a range of other blood disorders.

The Australian team is now working on expanding the clinical trials to include more patients. If all goes well, we may see lab-grown blood become a regular treatment for blood disorders in the not-too-distant future.”

What is wrong with it?

According to the original article, researchers transplanted the blood into two healthy individuals
Although beta thalassemia is indeed a serious disorder and is connected to blood cells, it has nothing to do with the lab-grown blood transplantation
Not to mention how Australia ended up in the text, as the trial took place in the UK

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Rytr – AI text generator:

“Blood transfusions are not a new invention. In fact, the first successful blood transfusion was done in 1667 by Jean-Baptiste Denis. However, we now have a new type of blood transfusion that is being tested on humans: lab-grown blood.

Lab-grown blood is created using stem cells and it is possible to produce large quantities of this type of blood without any risk to the donor. The research on this topic has been going on for a while and there are many trials being run.

In 2016, the first human trial was successfully completed by the Japanese company Kaneka Corporation with Dr. Takanori Takebe as their lead researcher. They used lab-grown erythrocytes in patients with thalassemia major and it proved successful in reducing their need for regular transfusions from one per week to one per three months or even less often than that!”

What is wrong with it?

Well, mostly everything.

Although there is a Japanese company called Kaneka, it doesn’t have much to do with healthcare and nothing with dr. Takanori Takebe (as long as Google can be trusted to find a connection between them)
There is a Dr Takanori Takebe, but although I researched for a while, he never seems to have published anything related to erythrocytes
Then again, we have thalassemia major
And the completely fake claim that there was a procedure that successfully reduced thalassemia patients’ need for regular transfusions from one per week to one every 3 months

Copy.ai – AI text generator:

“Scientists are trying to figure out how to make more blood, and they think they might have found a solution. In a recent trial, researchers gave lab-grown blood cells to people who had lost too much of their own blood. The results were mixed: some patients did well with the cells, but others died because the transplant didn’t work properly. This research is still in its early stages, so we don’t know what will happen if it’s tried again with more patients or other kinds of stem cells. Still, it’s exciting because it shows that scientists are making progress towards curing serious diseases like sickle cell anemia by using stem cells as treatments rather than just research tools!

[here the text generator added some fascinating and completely unrelated paragraphs I skip for now to get to the point of the “article”]

The patient received the lab-grown blood transfusion on March 11th at the University of Minnesota Medical Center. The goal was to see if this approach could be used as a way to safely deliver red blood cells to patients with blood disorders, like sickle cell disease or thalassemia, who need transfusions but for whom donated blood is not an option.

The trial was successful in that it showed that lab-grown cells can be made into mature red blood cells and then used effectively by patients. But it didn’t go exactly as planned: The patient developed an infection after receiving his transfusion, which is not uncommon for this type of procedure (many other trials have shown similar complications). That infection cleared up with treatment from antibiotics and antiviral drugs. Now he’s doing well and looking forward to going back home from the hospital later this week.”

What is wrong with it?

That is a long list.

There were no trial participants who lost too much blood
No one died
The research on lab-grown blood is just in too early a phase to conclude they made progress towards curing sickle cell anaemia
The date and the location are fabricated
Luckily, by the end of the article, the patient recovered from dying but required all kinds of treatments
And of course, as the patient is non-existent, they can hardly have said they are looking forward to going home from the hospital

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What if synthetic healthcare workers will fill the gaps with alternative facts?

As synthetic media and AI content generation starts to become a thing, we better learn the limitations of these tools. Although creating beauty listicles with AI to make your job easy is not nice (Top 12 skin care tips for dry skin in the winter – anyone?), it will hopefully not endanger others. Although, I’m not even sure about that.

But as we have seen, AI- creates trustworthy-looking texts about healthcare topics (and about finances, and so many other things) that are just not factual.

There is so much talk about how synthetic media will enter healthcare and how algorithms will become our new colleagues. And that is fine if we talk about artificial narrow intelligence – chatbots that are trained to assist users in well-defined topics with a pre-set batch of information.

But imagine such AI algorithms stepping in and answering people’s questions about the latest treatments.

It comes up with false claims – how lab-grown blood has cured leukaemia and beta-thalassemia patients, it creates connections between companies and researchers and research topics that were never connected.

I have no illusions. AI content generation WILL soon become pretty mainstream. We soon will be flooded with even more fake info than ever before. We all need to learn – or reinforce our habits – to check the sources of information. Beware, my friends. AI is here, it is generating content, and it is lying. The more you know about it, the better you will be prepared to not trust everything you read.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Five Alternative Medical Systems (Alternatives)?

The five alternative medicine systems include acupuncture, Ayurveda, homeopathy, energy healing, and aromatherapy.

Acupuncture uses fine needles placed in specific points of the body to stimulate qi flow throughout the body.

Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient system for health care that balances the three major humors, water, fire, and air. It involves diet and exercise, herbal remedies as well massage and meditation.

Homeopathic Medicine’s name derives from the Greek words homoios and pathos. Homeopaths believe that all diseases have natural causes but not always symptoms. They use minute amounts of substances to treat their patients. These symptoms are very similar to what the patient experiences when they are sick.

Energy Healing can also be known by the names Reiki, EFT Rolfing and Therapeutic Touch. This therapy is based on the belief that each person is connected to a universal life force called Ki. If this Ki flows freely though us, it makes us feel well. Energy healers work with touch and intention to restore harmony and balance between our mental, spiritual, and physical selves.

Aromatherapy uses essential oils from plants to treat ailments. Aromatherapists believe certain scents can influence mood and behavior. Lavender is one of the most used essential oils in aromatherapy.

What does complementary medicine refer to?

Complementary Medicine can be described as any treatment that is complementary to mainstream medicine. It includes treatments such as acupuncture, aromatherapy, chiropractic care, homeopathy, hypnosis, massage therapy, naturopathy, reflexology, traditional Chinese medicine, yoga and others.

Complementary medicine should not be considered in isolation of conventional medicine. These complementary medicines are also known as “alternative”, “integrative”, or “integrative” medicine. They combine Western scientific methods and other proven therapies to heal people.

What are 5 domains within integrative medicine, and how do they relate to each other?

Integrative medicine encompasses five domains: mind-body; nutrition; social determinants; lifestyle and prevention. These five areas encompass all aspects related to health care: spiritual, environmental, and physical.

Integrative medicine provides a comprehensive approach to the treatment of disease, health, and well-being. It can include conventional medical treatments, as well as complementary therapies, such as acupuncture or yoga, meditation, massage therapy and herbal medicine.

What’s the Difference Between Naturopathic Medicine & Holistic Medicine.

The two main types of medicine are conventional medicine and complementary/alternative medicine. Conventional medicine is based on surgery and drugs as the primary treatment. Complementary/Alternative Medicine (CAM) uses natural therapies such as herbs, vitamins, acupuncture, and massage to treat illness and promote health. This is not a substitute for standard treatment. Rather, it is an option that allows patients to make their own decisions about their healthcare.

Naturopathy, on other hand, is used as a complement to conventional medical treatments. It addresses the whole body and mind as well as the soul. There are many forms of naturopathy: Ayurveda and Traditional Native American Medicine as well as Functional Medicine.

It is important for you to know that some CAM modalities can overlap with conventional medicine. For example, herbal remedies can be prescribed by doctors and naturopaths alike. Naturopaths, however, tend to recommend lifestyle changes rather than prescription medication.

Naturopathy is often called “complementary” because it complements conventional medicine, not supplants it. Naturopaths could prescribe medication, if needed.

There are some differences between naturopathic and other CAM modalities.

Naturopaths don’t usually prescribe medication.
Naturopaths can refer patients to specialists and work with their family physician.
Naturopathic physicians are licensed by their respective provinces, while CAM practitioners are selfregulated.
Naturopathy stresses prevention and wellness, while offering education on diet and exercise.
Naturopaths stress the importance of lifestyle factors. This includes nutrition, exercise and stress management.
Naturopharmacists are specialists in the use and treatment of specific conditions using botanicals and minerals.
Naturopodists are skilled in providing personalized care that meets the needs of each patient.
Regulation bodies such as the College of Naturopathic Physicians of Ontario issue licenses to Naturopaths.
The provincial regulatory bodies issue licenses to naturopatrists.
Naturopaticians can be registered with the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
The College of Naturopaths of British Columbia is responsible for licensing Naturotherapists.
The United States National Board of Medical Examiners has licensed Naturobiotic Therapists.
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency grants licenses to homeopaths.
The belief that all aspects should be considered in making health decisions is called “holistic”. Holistic doctors will not focus on just one aspect of the equation but consider all elements.

Complementary and Alternative Healthcare: Is it Evidence-based?

Although evidence for complementary and other medicine is still being developed, there are many benefits to these treatments. You might have tried traditional treatments and found them ineffective. Or you may be looking for an alternative treatment because it has more benefits than conventional care. Alternatively, they might seek complementary and alternative medicines as part of a holistic approach to health. It is vital that patients verify that all complementary and alternative medicines are supported by scientific evidence. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if a treatment is effective. It may save you money and time over the long term.

Where can I find out more information about holistic healing?

Holistic medicine is an approach to health care that focuses on treating the whole person rather than just focusing on one part of the body. Holistic medicine considers all aspects a patient’s lives, including their spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being.

Holistic medicine aims to treat the whole person, not just individual symptoms. Holistic medicine doesn’t focus on curing disease. It focuses on healing.

Holistic medicine includes preventive measures such as exercise and nutrition and treatments for chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes.

There are many types of holistic medicine.

Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Ayurveda
Chiropractic medicine
Homeopathy
Herbalism
Naturopathy
Nutrition
Osteopathic medicine
Vedic medicine
Yoga

Is holistic medicine safe?

Holistic Medicine may not be as dangerous as you might think. However, there are many risks involved in using this treatment. Side effects include nausea, headaches, dizziness. drowsiness. diarrhea. constipation. These risks must be understood by patients and balanced against the benefits of alternative treatments, such as acupuncture.

However, there have been no reported cases of death caused by holistic medicine.

Before starting any new treatment, consult your doctor.

Statistics

According to a 2005 book by a US [116]Institute of Medicine panel, the number of RCTs focused on CAM has risen dramatically. (en.wikipedia.org)
In the 17% in which they disagreed, a third reader agreed with one of the initial readers to set a rating. (en.wikipedia.org)
In 83% of the cases, the readers agreed. (en.wikipedia.org)
A 15-year systematic review published in 2022 on the global acceptance and use of CAM among medical specialists found the overall acceptance of CAM at 52% and the overall use at 45%. (en.wikipedia.org)
An assessment of conventional treatments found that 41.3% concluded positive or possibly positive effects, 20% concluded no effect, 8.1% concluded net harmful effects, and 21.3% concluded insufficient evidence. (en.wikipedia.org)

External Links

How To

How to Pursue a Career in Holistic Medicine

The field of holistic medicine is growing at an unprecedented rate. There are many ways you can pursue this career path. If you are serious about this career, it is best to return to school.

Several schools offer courses in holistic medicine. These include the National College for Complementary Medicines. They offer both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. A number of programs are offered specifically for medical professionals interested in entering the field.

There are many online universities that offer holistic health courses. The Institute of Integrative Nutrition, (IIN), is one example of such an online program. The institute provides students with a range of holistic health education tools.

Another option is to go to a traditional four-year college. Many colleges now offer holistic courses. A Bachelor’s Degree is offered by the University of California in Holistic Health Sciences.

If you’re interested in a career in holistic medical, it is worth taking a nutrition class. NCCM recommends that students take a course in nutrition before they begin any professional training. According to them, integrative medicine practitioners need to have a solid understanding of nutrition science.

Because holistic medicine addresses the whole person rather that just treating symptoms, it requires more skills and knowledge than conventional medicine. Holistic medicine requires that people who are interested in it understand how to assess different types of illnesses from a nutritional perspective.

The NCCM reports that nutritionists often consult with doctors to provide nutritional advice to their patients. Based on the assessment of the patient, some nutritionists will suggest diets or supplements.

This is why holistic practitioners must understand the basics of nutrition. This includes knowing which foods are healthy, and which are not. This includes identifying nutritional deficiencies and other problems that could be causing them.

It is important that holistic practitioners are not all trained in nutrition. Some focus exclusively on herbal treatments, others only on acupuncture. Others combine both approaches to create a single treatment.

Holistic practitioners, however, recommend eating a diet rich with fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. They encourage eating plenty of seafood and fish. They suggest avoiding processed foods and fast food restaurants. Instead, they encourage people to eat organic produce whenever possible.

Holistic practitioners agree that a healthy diet can prevent illness. That said, there are some things about which they disagree. They don’t believe gluten is the cause of celiac disease. Instead, they believe that a lack in nutrients is responsible for the disorder’s onset.

However, they agree that allergic reactions can be triggered by certain foods. For example, they say that shellfish and peanuts cause anaphylaxis. They also warn against consuming too much caffeine.

Many holistic practitioners are able to use herbs to treat many illnesses. They avoid the use of pharmaceutical drugs. They feel such drugs only mask the problem rather than solve it. This is why they prefer to rely upon natural remedies whenever possible.

Holistic practitioners offer a range of alternative therapies and often employ complementary methods. These include:

Acupuncture – In Chinese medicine, this involves strategically inserting needles under the skin. This stimulates the body’s healing process.
Herbal therapy – This is a form of acupuncture that holistic practitioners also use to treat different disorders. Ginseng is an example of a common herb that is used for this purpose.
Homeopathy – Another form of traditional Chinese medicine, homeopathy is based on the principle of like cures. Let’s say you experience the same symptoms as someone suffering from a specific illness. In that case, you should seek a remedy that contains the same ingredients found in the original substance.
Massage therapy – Many holistic practitioners offer massage therapy to promote relaxation and reduce stress. They claim it improves blood circulation, increases energy levels, and relieves muscle tension.

It is important to find a practitioner who meets your needs when choosing one. You should look for a nutritionist if you need someone who specializes in nutritional counseling. The American Association of Oriental Medicine (AAOM) has a certification program that allows you to learn more about acupuncture.

Ask your doctor any questions you may have about holistic care. It is also a good idea to talk to your insurance company to find out which services are covered.

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Title: Danger Alert: AI Is Writing Content, But It’s Lying – Let Us Show You How
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Published Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Five Alternative Medical Systems (Alternatives)?

The five alternative medicine systems include acupuncture, Ayurveda, homeopathy, energy healing, and aromatherapy.

Acupuncture uses fine needles placed in specific points of the body to stimulate qi flow throughout the body.

Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient system for health care that balances the three major humors, water, fire, and air. It involves diet and exercise, herbal remedies as well massage and meditation.

What does complementary medicine refer to?

What are 5 domains within integrative medicine, and how do they relate to each other?

What’s the Difference Between Naturopathic Medicine & Holistic Medicine.

Naturopathy is often called “complementary” because it complements conventional medicine, not supplants it. Naturopaths could prescribe medication, if needed.

There are some differences between naturopathic and other CAM modalities.

Naturopaths don’t usually prescribe medication.
Naturopaths can refer patients to specialists and work with their family physician.
Naturopathic physicians are licensed by their respective provinces, while CAM practitioners are selfregulated.
Naturopathy stresses prevention and wellness, while offering education on diet and exercise.
Naturopaths stress the importance of lifestyle factors. This includes nutrition, exercise and stress management.
Naturopharmacists are specialists in the use and treatment of specific conditions using botanicals and minerals.
Naturopodists are skilled in providing personalized care that meets the needs of each patient.
Regulation bodies such as the College of Naturopathic Physicians of Ontario issue licenses to Naturopaths.
The provincial regulatory bodies issue licenses to naturopatrists.
Naturopaticians can be registered with the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
The College of Naturopaths of British Columbia is responsible for licensing Naturotherapists.
The United States National Board of Medical Examiners has licensed Naturobiotic Therapists.
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency grants licenses to homeopaths.
The belief that all aspects should be considered in making health decisions is called “holistic”. Holistic doctors will not focus on just one aspect of the equation but consider all elements.

Complementary and Alternative Healthcare: Is it Evidence-based?

Where can I find out more information about holistic healing?

Holistic medicine aims to treat the whole person, not just individual symptoms. Holistic medicine doesn’t focus on curing disease. It focuses on healing.

Holistic medicine includes preventive measures such as exercise and nutrition and treatments for chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes.

There are many types of holistic medicine.

Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Ayurveda
Chiropractic medicine
Homeopathy
Herbalism
Naturopathy
Nutrition
Osteopathic medicine
Vedic medicine
Yoga

Is holistic medicine safe?

However, there have been no reported cases of death caused by holistic medicine.

Before starting any new treatment, consult your doctor.

Statistics

According to a 2005 book by a US [116]Institute of Medicine panel, the number of RCTs focused on CAM has risen dramatically. (en.wikipedia.org)
In the 17% in which they disagreed, a third reader agreed with one of the initial readers to set a rating. (en.wikipedia.org)
In 83% of the cases, the readers agreed. (en.wikipedia.org)
A 15-year systematic review published in 2022 on the global acceptance and use of CAM among medical specialists found the overall acceptance of CAM at 52% and the overall use at 45%. (en.wikipedia.org)
An assessment of conventional treatments found that 41.3% concluded positive or possibly positive effects, 20% concluded no effect, 8.1% concluded net harmful effects, and 21.3% concluded insufficient evidence. (en.wikipedia.org)

External Links

cam.cancer.gov

Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine (OCCAM)

liebertpub.com

Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. publishers

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine: Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials on Acupuncture to Treat Insomnia

nccih.nih.gov

Statistics on Complementary & Integrative Health Approaches

How do you name complementary, alternative, or integrative health? NCCIH

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

BIOFEEDBACK TRAINING, TENSION-TYPEHEADACHE – PubMed

PubMed: A Randomized Controlled Trial to Determine the Effects of Foot Reflexology on Depression and Hospital Anxiety in Older Females: A Randomized Controlled Study – PubMed

How To

How to Pursue a Career in Holistic Medicine

The field of holistic medicine is growing at an unprecedented rate. There are many ways you can pursue this career path. If you are serious about this career, it is best to return to school.

Another option is to go to a traditional four-year college. Many colleges now offer holistic courses. A Bachelor’s Degree is offered by the University of California in Holistic Health Sciences.

However, they agree that allergic reactions can be triggered by certain foods. For example, they say that shellfish and peanuts cause anaphylaxis. They also warn against consuming too much caffeine.

Holistic practitioners offer a range of alternative therapies and often employ complementary methods. These include:

Acupuncture – In Chinese medicine, this involves strategically inserting needles under the skin. This stimulates the body’s healing process.
Herbal therapy – This is a form of acupuncture that holistic practitioners also use to treat different disorders. Ginseng is an example of a common herb that is used for this purpose.
Homeopathy – Another form of traditional Chinese medicine, homeopathy is based on the principle of like cures. Let’s say you experience the same symptoms as someone suffering from a specific illness. In that case, you should seek a remedy that contains the same ingredients found in the original substance.
Massage therapy – Many holistic practitioners offer massage therapy to promote relaxation and reduce stress. They claim it improves blood circulation, increases energy levels, and relieves muscle tension.

Ask your doctor any questions you may have about holistic care. It is also a good idea to talk to your insurance company to find out which services are covered.

The topic:

Simplified – AI text generator:

What is wrong with it?

Rytr – AI text generator:

What is wrong with it?

Copy.ai – AI text generator:

What is wrong with it?

What if synthetic healthcare workers will fill the gaps with alternative facts?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Five Alternative Medical Systems (Alternatives)?

What does complementary medicine refer to?

What are 5 domains within integrative medicine, and how do they relate to each other?

What’s the Difference Between Naturopathic Medicine & Holistic Medicine.

Complementary and Alternative Healthcare: Is it Evidence-based?

Where can I find out more information about holistic healing?

Is holistic medicine safe?

Statistics

External Links

How To

How to Pursue a Career in Holistic Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Five Alternative Medical Systems (Alternatives)?

What does complementary medicine refer to?

What are 5 domains within integrative medicine, and how do they relate to each other?

What’s the Difference Between Naturopathic Medicine & Holistic Medicine.

Complementary and Alternative Healthcare: Is it Evidence-based?

Where can I find out more information about holistic healing?

Is holistic medicine safe?

Statistics

External Links

How To

How to Pursue a Career in Holistic Medicine

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