Die Prävention
Example: Die Prävention von Krankheiten ist in der Medizin sehr wichtig.
Definition
"Die Prävention" refers to the actions or measures taken to stop diseases or health problems before they occur. It is a key concept in medicine aimed at reducing the risk of illness and promoting overall health and well-being.
Etymology
The word "die Prävention" comes from the Latin verb 'praevenire,' meaning 'to come before' or 'to anticipate.' It entered the German language through French and Latin influences, reflecting its role in anticipating and preventing health issues. Did you know? The concept emphasizes foresight in medicine.
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"Die Prävention" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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