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prevention

[pri-ven-shuhn] / prɪˈvɛn ʃən /


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Autism researchers and advocates are working toward developing better screening tools, safety plans, therapies and prevention strategies.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

This period offers an important window for prevention and early support.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Spacey and Clinton were travelling on a humanitarian trip to promote Aids prevention.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Gilead, for one, doesn’t have to worry about its competitive positioning in HIV treatment and prevention.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

There is already talk of a breakthrough in the prevention and treatment of human disease.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas




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