Treatments given to prevent disease in a well person rather than to treat disease already present. Belongs here: Vaccination and Variolation, its historical inoculation precursor. Does not belong here: a drug given to treat an active infection, grouped under pharmacological therapy.
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1. Preventive Healthcare (Wikipedia)
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the application of healthcare measures to prevent diseases. Preventative care can include services such as, screening tests to check for diseases, services like vaccines, dental cleanings, and education and counseling
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