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Prevention
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any action taken to avoid or reduce the risk of a negative outcome
prevention
n
prevent
v
Example
Awareness and education about the risks of Legionella in water systems contribute to prevention of Legionnaires' disease.
The suicide prevention hotline provides confidential support and counseling to individuals in crisis.
Primary care focuses on overall health and prevention.
Education campaigns raise awareness about glanders signs and prevention among horse owners.
The lessened impact of the storm was thanks to the new flood prevention measures in place.
