prophylaxis

What is another word for prophylaxis? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Noun — Treatment or action taken to stop an illness from occurring.

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Etymology

Comes from Latin, from Ancient Greek πρό (pró, “before”) plus φύλαξις (phúlaxis, “a watching, guarding”).