The US Bets $5B on AI, WHOOP Goes Clinical, Garmin Expands

July 23, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes.

Today's top stories:

• The Trump administration announces $5B+ for the Genesis Mission, a government-wide AI initiative uniting 15 agencies to accelerate scientific and drug discovery
• Garmin acquires TrainingPeaks and TrainHeroic, adding endurance and strength coaching to evolve from device maker into a full-stack performance platform
• Whoop names cardiologist Dr. Ami Bhatt as chief medical officer, adding clinical credibility ahead of an expected IPO as wearables take on health functions

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