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AI Gender Bias Exposed in UK's Council Health Tools

8/12/2025

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A London School of Economics study reveals alarming gender bias in AI tools used by more than half of England's councils, with Google's Gemma model neglecting women's health needs. Researchers are calling for transparency, rigorous bias testing, and legal oversight to prevent unequal treatment, emphasizing the urgent need for fair and equitable care for all.

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A London School of Economics study reveals alarming gender bias in AI tools used by more than half of England's councils, with Google's Gemma model neglecting women's health needs. Researchers are calling for transparency, rigorous bias testing, and legal oversight to prevent unequal treatment, emphasizing the urgent need for fair and equitable care for all.