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Will genetic data inspire healthy lifestyle changes in Finland?

Thousands of people in Finland to receive genetic health predictions

8 May 2019

A large genetic trial in Finland will soon tell 3400 volunteers their personal risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and a type of blood clot
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Estonia to give genetic testing and advice to 100,000 residents

2 April 2018

Estonia is to become the first nation to give state-sponsored genetic advice on health and disease risks, and plans to extend the scheme to all its residents

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