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SAN FRANCISCO – As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens to overwhelm doctors and hospitals throughout the country, medical technology firms and health centers are trying to gain “situational awareness” — giving doctors what they need to know about the sick patients filling emergency rooms. For doctors and staff, “it’s really hard to know what sorts of …

By Monica Laliberte, WRAL executive producer/consumer reporter Raleigh, N.C. — Health apps can help people track their sleep habits, log their workouts and focus on preventative care, among other things. With any health related app, it’s important to take steps to safeguard your personal information. Maureen Tsushida uses an app that tracks her family’s medical …