precautions

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Several African countries are taking precautions by tightening border screenings and preparing health facilities.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The United States said Monday it is bolstering precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola, including screening air travelers from outbreak-hit areas and temporarily suspending visa services.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a “level 2” warning, saying that people should practice enhanced precautions.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

“So it’s reasonable for the medical personnel to take maximal precautions so that they don’t contract it,” Iovine said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

In one of the most tragic cases of endrin poisoning there was no apparent carelessness; efforts had been made to take precautions apparently considered adequate.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson