
Published 23 April 2026
Held on April 16 in London, Wired Health 2026 saw healthcare professionals discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare, medicine and patient services. Experts also explored how consumers are taking control of their health via wearables, at‑home treatments and peer-to-peer advice – but warned the benefits of such autonomy depend on access to trustworthy information.
Overall, speakers were positive about AI’s growing role in healthcare. Discussions highlighted how the technology is accelerating the discovery of new medications. Alongside this, experts underlined its capacity to ease pressure on health workers and enhance care.
Overall, speakers were positive about AI’s growing role in healthcare. Discussions highlighted how the technology is accelerating the discovery of new medications. Alongside this, experts underlined its capacity to ease pressure on health workers and enhance care.
Exhibitors and speakers at Wired Health 2026 explored how health-tracking wearables, AI tools, social platforms and at-home treatments are giving individuals increased autonomy over their health. However, experts cautioned that self-directed care can carry risks, especially as individuals encounter misleading information through AI chatbots and social media.



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Held on April 16 in London, Wired Health 2026 saw healthcare professionals discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare, medicine and patient services. Experts also explored how consumers are taking control of their health via...