prognosis

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Hospice provides care for people with terminal illnesses with a prognosis of six months or less.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Pancreatic cancer has a poor prognosis, with only about 10% of patients living longer than five years after diagnosis.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

"She has a fantastic medical team, and her prognosis is excellent!"

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Such a dog is “very dangerous” and has a poor prognosis, the association said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

Dr. Wells visits every morning and leaves with a cheery prognosis.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen