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prevention

[pri-ven-shuhn] / prɪˈvɛn ʃən /


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These findings may improve genetic diagnosis for neurodevelopmental conditions and help guide future research aimed at prevention and treatment.

From Science Daily

The results add to growing evidence that staying physically active is an important part of cancer prevention.

From Science Daily

Cancer cases are exploding worldwide -- and nearly half of the deaths could be prevented with better prevention, early detection, and access to care.

From Science Daily

Italian ambassador Cornado said there were "numerous shortcomings in safety and prevention" at Le Constellation, outside which well-wishers have left an abundance of flowers, candles and messages of sympathy.

From Barron's

Mr. Karagiannis is a disaster prevention expert at the Academy of Athens.

From The Wall Street Journal