preventable

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Preventable deaths of children under five are projected to rise by over 200,000 to 4.8 million this year, a first in 25 years.

From Barron's • Dec. 4, 2025

Preventable infections play a large role in this story.

From Salon • Jul. 20, 2025

Preventable diseases such as polio as well as famine now threaten the blockaded enclave.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2024

Preventable diseases spread quickly, she warned, pointing to the recent measles outbreaks in Ohio and Minnesota.

From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2023

Preventable sickness costs too much, causes too much wretchedness, and hampers too many modern educational and industrial activities to be neglected.

From Civics and Health by Allen, William H.