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prevention

[pri-ven-shuhn] / prɪˈvɛn ʃən /


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By contrast, GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound are already being used by millions of Americans, making them an especially appealing area for future prevention research.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

The White House said Trump’s numbers are consistent with expected therapeutic outcomes and established cardiovascular prevention goals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

It uses the revenue to fund public transit projects, wildfire prevention, affordable housing, clean energy, electric vehicles and safe drinking water.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Trump, who turns 80 on June 14, is on three medications, two of which are designated for cholesterol control and the third being aspirin for "cardiac prevention."

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

A year later he became director of WHO’s HIV/AIDS department, focusing on initiatives to help poor countries scale up their treatment, prevention, and care programs.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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