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Exclusive: Facebook Plots First Steps into Healthcare

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Christina Farr and Alexei Oreskovic, REUTERS

 

SAN FRANCISCO  (Reuters) — Facebook Inc. (FB.O) already knows who your friends are and the kind of things that grab your attention. Soon, it could also know the state of your health.

On the heels of fellow Silicon Valley technology companies Apple Inc. (AAPL.O) and Google Inc. (GOOGL.O), Facebook is plotting its first steps into the fertile field of healthcare, said three people familiar with the matter. The people requested anonymity as the plans are still in development.

The company is exploring creating online “support communities” that would connect Facebook users suffering from various ailments. A small team is also considering new “preventative care” applications that would help people improve their lifestyles.

 

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