take precautions

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Adam Hussein, a 35-year-old representative for Mongbwalu's traditional faith healers, fretted about Ebola denial and called on everyone to take precautions.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

She said they try to take precautions such as driving during daylight and checking online to see if there are problems where they are headed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Believers will often take precautions, including wearing a red-string bracelet or red underwear throughout the year for protection.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

Doctors and public health experts are warning people to take precautions, including getting this year’s flu shot.

From Salon • Nov. 28, 2025

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