Precision medicine targets individual needs from "summary" of The Creative Destruction of Medicine by Eric Topol
The concept of precision medicine revolves around the idea that each person is unique, with individual genetic makeup, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices. By understanding these individual differences, healthcare can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each person. In traditional medicine, treatments are often based on population averages and general guidelines. However, these one-size-fits-all approaches may not be effective for everyone. Precision medicine takes a more personalized approach, taking into account the specific characteristics of each individual. Advancements in technology, such as genomics, wearable sensors, and data analytics, have made it possible to collect and ...
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