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National Academies and Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences Partner on Precision Medicine Workshops

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The National Academies hosted a recent workshop where attendees discussed emerging technologies in precision medicine and how they can improve global health outcomes. The event is part of a series that aims to promote knowledge exchange and collaboration between the U.S. and Kuwait on recent advancements in the field.

Dec 4, 2025
NASEM-KFAS Participants attending breakout sessions

Improving Diagnosis in Rural Communities

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People who live in rural communities often face additional hurdles in accessing health care, which can hinder timely diagnosis and treatment of illness. A recent National Academies workshop explored these challenges and ways to improve diagnostic care in rural America.

Nov 12, 2025
Doctors talking with senior male patient in CAT scan room. Surgeon discussing MRI scan results with senior man in hospital.

Can a COVID-19 test tell me how sick I will get?

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A positive COVID-19 test only tells you that you have the novel coronavirus in your body, and can only tell you that you have the novel coronavirus in your body.

Mar 12, 2021
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