The Future of Everything covers the innovation and technology transforming the way we live, work and play, with monthly issues on transportation, health, education and more. This month is Data, online starting Dec. 2 and in print Dec. 9.

You have just been diagnosed with diabetes. The doctor opens your electronic medical record, which includes your latest test results, DNA sequence, history of arthritis, smoking status, prior Covid-19 infection and your age, gender, body-mass index and race. She updates as necessary and clicks a green button on her computer screen.

This post first appeared on wsj.com

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