prophylactic
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Pet owners across the country have been advised they should treat their cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month, known as prophylactic use - although many veterinary organisations have now updated their advice.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
She said she has seen a 30% increase in women ages 30 to 35 coming in for reconstruction after prophylactic mastectomies in the past three years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026
It also announced plans to buy Cidara Therapeutics, which is working on antiviral treatments, including a flu prophylactic in Phase 3, for $9.2 billion.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 3, 2026
But more crucially, American military aid is prophylactic.
From Salon ● Aug. 13, 2025
Since the discovery by Jenner of the prophylactic power of vaccination as regards small-pox, the attention of the profession has been frequently directed to the prevention of scarlet fever.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
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