Pew Research Survey: 72% of Americans Demand Mandatory Healthcare AI Disclosure, Public Trust Drops from 52% to 42%, Healthcare AI Faces Transparency Crisis
Pew Research Center published a new survey on August 25, 2026, showing 72% of American adults believe healthcare providers must mandatorily disclose AI use, with over 80% wanting notification when AI analyzes medical scans or makes diagnoses. Meanwhile, public acceptance of healthcare AI dropped from 52% in 2024 to 42% in April 2026, with 53% of respondents saying they have little to no say in AI's use in their care.