"AI's Preemptive Pandemic Warnings: A Game-Changer for Global Health"

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Source: ScienceAlert
"AI's Preemptive Pandemic Warnings: A Game-Changer for Global Health"
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Scientists have developed an AI application called the early warning anomaly detection (EWAD) system, which uses machine learning to predict dangerous variants in future pandemics. By analyzing genetic sequences, infection rates, and mortality rates of SARS-CoV-2, the AI was able to accurately identify variants of concern before they were officially designated by the WHO. The system could help in combating future pandemics and improve public health measures.

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