prophylactic
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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
Third, these policies can serve an important prophylactic function by enabling employers to identify and remedy barriers to equal opportunity that, if allowed to fester, may lead to civil rights law violations.
From Slate • Feb. 10, 2025
Pallett says such prophylactic use of the drugs, though unavoidable, can “add fuel to the fire” by promoting the evolution and spread of genes for drug resistance.
From Science Magazine • Nov. 27, 2024
"Regarding retention versus prophylactic extraction of asymptomatic wisdom teeth, decision-making should be based on the best evidence combined with clinical experience."
From Salon • May 7, 2024
Most of the natural demands have a definite reason and are prophylactic rather than merely a symptom of aimless discomfort.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
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