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(CNN)That Fitbit you've been wearing could be doing a lot more than tracking your trips to the store. It may help health officials stop the flu from spreading, too.Researchers working at the Scripps Research Translational Institute reviewed de-identified data from users wearing Fitbits -- the company's privacy policy allows for the potential use of de-identified…

LONDON, Jan 16 (Reuters - The Fitbit on your wrist not only counts your steps and minutes of sleep, it can also help tell if you’re coming down with the flu - and warn health authorities to get ready to help. FILE PHOTO: Fitbit devices are displayed in a store in New York City, U.S.,…