preventive care

medical care that aims to prevent disease or its consequences, emphasizing early detection and early treatment of conditions and generally including routine physical examination, immunizations, and well-person care. See also primary prevention.

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November 22nd 2024

FACS

acronym for Facial Action Coding System.