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Preventive medicine
/pɹɪvˈɛntɪv mˈɛdsən/
/pɹɪvˈɛntɪv mˈɛdəsən/
Preventive medicine
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medicina preventiva
the branch of medicine that particularly focuses on methods of preventing the occurrence of disease
What is "preventive medicine"?
Preventive medicine is the branch of healthcare that focuses on preventing diseases and promoting health and well-being. Preventive medicine specialists work to identify and address risk factors that contribute to illness and injury. They emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyle behaviors, regular tests, vaccinations, and environmental factors to reduce the occurrence of diseases and improve overall health outcomes. Preventive medicine plays a crucial role in reducing healthcare costs, improving quality of life, and extending lifespan by preventing the start of diseases and their complications.