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prevention

[pri-ven-shuhn] / prɪˈvɛn ʃən /


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He studied the prevention and cure of disease and how the body functioned, including respiration and blood circulation, and he had a nascent understanding of germs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Autism researchers and advocates are working toward developing better screening tools, safety plans, therapies and prevention strategies.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

"Shifting the paradigm toward proactive prevention strategies earlier in life can meaningfully change the trajectory of cardiovascular disease and lead to better health outcomes for people decades later," says Seth Martin, M.D.,

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Spacey and Clinton were travelling on a humanitarian trip to promote Aids prevention.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

But for those not yet touched by the disease and certainly for the generations as yet unborn, prevention is the imperative need.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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