From The Conversation US: Although personalized medicine, which involves tailoring health care to each person’s individual genetic makeup, has helped make progress in the treatment of some diseases, it falls short in the arena of prevention. Many diseases are caused by environmental factors and lifestyle choices, not just genetics.
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