70% in Japan positive about AI use in medical, health care sectors
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Over 70 percent of people in Japan are positive about the introduction of cutting-edge technology such as artificial intelligence and
Over 70% of Japanese people express positive views about the integration of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and robots into the medical and health care sectors, according to a recent government study released by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. The annual white paper highlights the importance of enhancing efficiency and productivity through technological advancements by 2040, a time when the elderly population aged 65 and above is projected to reach its highest level, accompanied by a significant shortage of medical professionals such as doctors, nurses, and care workers.
In the online survey conducted in January and February among residents aged 20 to 74, 72.4% of respondents agreed or somewhat agreed with the use of AI to assist doctors in diagnosing patients, while 73.7% endorsed the use of robots to facilitate communication between caregivers and their care recipients. The survey received 3,000 valid responses. However, the study also revealed that 74.5% of individuals felt anxious about a potential labor shortage in medical care, and 81.3% expressed similar concerns for nursing care.
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