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Because there are no approved antiviral treatments, vaccination remains essential for prevention.

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According to the authors, the results point to a significant weakness in current prevention practices because today's guidelines may overlook individuals who would benefit from earlier detection and protective treatment.

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Community leaders say tackling knife crime requires more than policing — it demands investment, compassion, and prevention.

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Nancy Helms stands on top of “dwarf carpet of stars,” a succulent plant that surrounds a large area of her home as a fire prevention method on Rocky Ledge Road in Topanga.

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It halted a Phase 3 clinical trial last year testing the effectiveness of the experimental drug for stroke and systemic embolism prevention.

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