Google’s exploration into artificial intelligence (AI) has taken an intriguing new direction with their use of sound signals to preemptively identify early signs of illnesses. The tech giant has collaborated with Salcit Technologies, an Indian respiratory healthcare AI startup, embedding this groundbreaking technology into smartphones. This initiative aims to bring crucial healthcare support to high-risk groups lacking access to medical services.
With a solid foundation built upon 300 million audio samples, including coughs and sniffles, Google’s AI model demonstrates the potential to detect diseases such as tuberculosis early on. This project is not Google’s first attempt at leveraging AI for health applications; it has previously invested in startups working on scent-based disease detection. This innovative approach signifies a leap forward in integrating AI with human healthcare, potentially transforming early disease detection and diagnosis.