Miko – an alternative to googling healthcare queries
This is a personal experiment that uses AI to respond to healthcare queries. I was fed up of googling symptoms which provided no concrete advice. The only alternative was to fork out for a doctor's appointment that would last a few minutes. So I built a little tool that will hopefully augment people's interactions with their health. I have no interest in replacing the hospital or the need for a doctor. Miko is not flawless but it is a free, instant alternative to expensive healthcare. My hope is that users would try the advice Miko gives them but also visit their doctor if their symptoms…
Miko – an alternative to googling healthcare queries launched on September 5, 2023 with 14 votes, #1,445 of 4,228 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.
In plain words
Miko is an AI tool that answers health-related questions as a free alternative to online symptom searches or expensive doctor visits. Users input healthcare queries and receive instant responses, though the creator emphasizes this is meant to supplement rather than replace professional medical care. Built with Bubble.io, Miko is designed for people seeking quick health information who would ideally consult a doctor if symptoms persist.
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In the maker’s words, at launch
This is a personal experiment that uses AI to respond to healthcare queries. I was fed up of googling symptoms which provided no concrete advice. The only alternative was to fork out for a doctor's appointment that would last a few minutes. So I built a little tool that will hopefully augment people's interactions…
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