prevention
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Officials recently altered a program that charges polluters, which analysts estimate will result in a cut of $200 million for California’s annual wildfire prevention budget.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
The results indicate that the organ remains important throughout adulthood and could eventually help guide disease prevention strategies and cancer treatment decisions.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
His physician also addressed bruising on his hand, which has been photographed during public events, as being "consistent with minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking" while taking aspirin for "cardiovascular prevention".
From BBC • 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
“Remember, an ounce of prevention ...” “Ai, Chihuahua . . .” Bernabe whimpered, settling back.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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Vocabulary lists containing prevention
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