Daily Step Count Should Be the Fifth Vital Sign
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The article suggests that daily step count should be considered the fifth vital sign, sparking a discussion on the importance of physical activity in healthcare; however, the low number of comments indicates a lack of strong engagement.
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wjb3Author
2 months ago
Also, this: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45739317
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