High blood pressure
17 questions people ask, put to Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode and ChatGPT in November 2026.
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AI Mode
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ChatGPT
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Got the NHS facts right
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Got the NHS facts right
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Got the NHS facts right
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Got the NHS facts right
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Got the NHS facts rightNovember 2026
AI Overviews
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AI Mode
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ChatGPT
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Cited NHS or accredited sources
37 of 43 answers with sources
Cited NHS or accredited sources
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AI Mode
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ChatGPT
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The questions
Question
The NHS says
AI Overviews
AI Mode
ChatGPT
is 150/95 high blood pressure
140/90 or higher
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says yes, 140/90 or higher
The NHS says yes, 140/90 or higher
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says yes, 140/90 or higher
The NHS says yes, 140/90 or higher
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says yes, 140/90 or higher
The NHS says yes, 140/90 or higher
I'm overweight with high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Do I need to see my doctor about my weight?
See a GP
Google AI Overviews
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The NHS says see a GP
The NHS says see a GP
Google AI Mode
Led with the right place
The NHS says see a GP
The NHS says see a GP
ChatGPT (logged out)
Led with the right place
The NHS says see a GP
The NHS says see a GP
I'm 45 and haven't had my blood pressure checked in over 5 years, should I get it done?
See a pharmacist
Google AI Overviews
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The NHS says see a pharmacist, or see a GP
The NHS says see a pharmacist, or see a GP
●Not up front on AI Mode
Google AI Mode
Right place, not up front
The NHS says see a pharmacist, or see a GP
The NHS says see a pharmacist, or see a GP
ChatGPT (logged out)
Led with the right place
The NHS says see a pharmacist, or see a GP
The NHS says see a pharmacist, or see a GP
What blood pressure reading counts as high when I measure it at home?
135/85 or higher
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says 135/85 or higher at home
The NHS says 135/85 or higher at home
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says 135/85 or higher at home
The NHS says 135/85 or higher at home
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says 135/85 or higher at home
The NHS says 135/85 or higher at home
How often should I be invited for an NHS Health Check if I'm 45 and healthy?
5 years, 40 to 74
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says bowel screening every 5 years, age 40 to 74England
The NHS says bowel screening every 5 years, age 40 to 74England
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says bowel screening every 5 years, age 40 to 74England
The NHS says bowel screening every 5 years, age 40 to 74England
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says bowel screening every 5 years, age 40 to 74England
The NHS says bowel screening every 5 years, age 40 to 74England
I'm 45 and haven't had my blood pressure checked in over 5 years. Should I get it done?
Over 5 years ago
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says check if not tested over 5 years
The NHS says check if not tested over 5 years
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says check if not tested over 5 years
The NHS says check if not tested over 5 years
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says check if not tested over 5 years
The NHS says check if not tested over 5 years
Where can I get a free blood pressure check near me if I'm over 40?
Free from age 40
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says free checks from age 40England
The NHS says free checks from age 40England
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says free checks from age 40England
The NHS says free checks from age 40England
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says free checks from age 40England
The NHS says free checks from age 40England
What should I do if I miss a dose of amlodipine?
Skip it, no double
●Didn’t say on AI Overviews
Google AI Overviews
Does not say
The NHS says skip missed dose, do not double
The NHS says skip missed dose, do not double
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says skip missed dose, do not double
The NHS says skip missed dose, do not double
●Different on ChatGPT
ChatGPT (logged out)
Contradicts the NHS
The NHS says skip missed dose, do not double
The NHS says skip missed dose, do not double
What is the maximum amount of salt I should eat a day to lower my TIA risk?
6g a day
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says no more than 6g salt
The NHS says no more than 6g salt
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says no more than 6g salt
The NHS says no more than 6g salt
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says no more than 6g salt
The NHS says no more than 6g salt
Does high blood pressure usually cause symptoms?
Usually none
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says usually no symptoms
The NHS says usually no symptoms
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says usually no symptoms
The NHS says usually no symptoms
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says usually no symptoms
The NHS says usually no symptoms
What is ramipril used for?
BP, heart, kidneys
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says treats blood pressure and kidneys
The NHS says treats blood pressure and kidneys
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says treats blood pressure and kidneys
The NHS says treats blood pressure and kidneys
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says treats blood pressure and kidneys
The NHS says treats blood pressure and kidneys
How many units of alcohol a week is too much if I have high blood pressure?
Over 14 units
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says avoid over 14 units a week
The NHS says avoid over 14 units a week
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says avoid over 14 units a week
The NHS says avoid over 14 units a week
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says avoid over 14 units a week
The NHS says avoid over 14 units a week
Is it safe to drink alcohol while on bisoprolol?
Low blood pressure
Google AI Overviews
Matches the NHS
The NHS says alcohol may lower blood pressure
The NHS says alcohol may lower blood pressure
Google AI Mode
Matches the NHS
The NHS says alcohol may lower blood pressure
The NHS says alcohol may lower blood pressure
ChatGPT (logged out)
Matches the NHS
The NHS says alcohol may lower blood pressure
The NHS says alcohol may lower blood pressure
What blood pressure should I aim for if I have kidney disease and diabetes?
No single NHS line
●No UK source on AI Overviews
Google AI Overviews
No UK source
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Matches the NHS
Not up frontDiffers from the NHS
