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July 11, 2017
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SidekickHealth makes getting healthy fun

Researchers have developed a fun and interactive eHealth platform called SidekickHealth that motivates overweight and obese adults to become healthier.

Designed especially to promote health and tackle chronic diseases, the platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) and evidence-based guidelines to encourage users to make healthier choices that reduce risk factors.

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