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The latest Google Health update lets you hide the AI Coach — and I'll be glad to take a break from its advice

You can now hide the AI Coach in Google Health
The change is coming in version 5.06 for Android and iOS
Only premium subscribers get AI Coach access

Since Google Health replaced the Fitbit app back in May, the transition hasn't exactly been a smooth one, but Google is gradually dealing with the biggest user complaints — including, in the latest Google Health update, adding the option to hide AI Coach insights from the Today view.

As reported by 9to5Google, version 5.06 of Google Health for Android and iOS is rolling out with the extra option. You can find it in the app by tapping on your profile picture (top right), then choosing Google Health settings and Coach.

Or at least, that's how it should work: Numerous Redditors are reportingthat the change isn't showing up for them, even though they've got the updated app. It's possible...

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