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Definitions

preventive medicine

NOUN

contraceptive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

condom diaphragm hormone pill

STRONG

IUD armor coil foam jelly loop preventative prophylactic ring rubber safety shield sponge

WEAK

barrier method intrauterine device planned parenthood rhythm method spermicidal cream vaginal suppository

NOUN

health care

Synonyms

WEAK

health maintenance health protection medical management wellness program

NOUN

hygiene

Synonyms

STRONGEST

sanitation

STRONG

hygienics regimen wholesomeness

WEAK

healthful living public health salutariness

Antonyms

WEAK

dirtiness filth foulness

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The biggest advance in preventive medicine might well be that thin band on your wrist or titanium ring on your finger.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

"It is a lot about preventive medicine just now because there are limited medical supplies in space but with commercial flights, there could be a higher medical risk."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

"The reason preventive medicine doesn't work right now is because you don't want to go to the doctor all the time to get things tested," says Ramses Alcaide, co-founder and CEO of startup Neurable.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

The California-based entrepreneur told Slate she founded Loyal because she was motivated by one question: What if we could develop a preventive medicine for seemingly unrelated age-associated diseases?

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2025

In a swift and decisive practice of preventive medicine, Dr. Snow removed the handle from the pump.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

preventive medicine

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