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Wearable gadgets for long-term health tracking: Do they really work for post-virus conditions?

June 9, 2026

Around 65 million people worldwide have dealt with long COVID, while another 17 to 24 million struggle with other lingering effects after infections. Doctors often suggest these patients keep an eye on their symptoms and adjust their activity levels carefully. Wearable devices like fitness trackers

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How DNA Testing is Changing the Game for Rare Diseases

January 13, 2026

In Canada, a big study is looking at how DNA testing helps people with rare diseases. This isn't just about finding out what's wrong. It's about seeing if this kind of testing actually makes a difference in people's lives. The study is following a group of patients. These are people who have rare d

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Predicting Health: The Power of Polygenic Models

November 21, 2024

Polygenic prediction models are becoming a big deal in the medical world. What's the fuss about? Well, these models use lots of genes to predict a person's risk for certain diseases. For example, if you're worried about heart disease, a doctor can now look at many genes in your body and say, "Hey, y