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Taking Control of Our Genetic Information: Could it Go Too Far?

Up until recently, those in the technology industry and those conducting genomic research would have been considered strange bedfellows. But big data — more specifically, big genomic data — is bringing the two groups together.  Last month, Apple revealed its plans to collaborate with genetic researchers to design an app that would allow…

U.S. approves plans for three states set up Obamacare exchanges

The Obama administration has approved plans by Arkansas, Delaware and Pennsylvania to create their own state-based health insurance marketplaces instead of relying on a federal website to enroll residents, a government spokesman said on Tuesday. The three are among 37 states that rely wholly or in part on the federal HealthCare.gov website to sell health insurance plans and provide government subsidies to families based on income. If the states proceed

Britain to crack down on travel for FGM before school holidays

By Joseph D’Urso LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – The British government will fast-track legislation intended to target people who take girls abroad to undergo female genital mutilation (FGM) so it is in place before the school summer holidays, Prime Minister David Cameron said. Under the new FGM protection orders, people suspected of trying to take a girl abroad for FGM will be asked to surrender their passport and other travel