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Revolutionary App Measures Biological Age, Predicts Health Risks

5/7/2025

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Researchers at the University of Washington have unveiled the groundbreaking Health Octo Tool, a revolutionary approach that evaluates biological age using eight key metrics from physical exams and lab tests. This tool not only predicts risks of disability and death but is also being transformed into a user-friendly app, empowering individuals to monitor their aging and health journey.

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Researchers at the University of Washington have unveiled the groundbreaking Health Octo Tool, a revolutionary approach that evaluates biological age using eight key metrics from physical exams and lab tests. This tool not only predicts risks of disability and death but is also being transformed into a user-friendly app, empowering individuals to monitor their aging and health journey.