What Are the Four Types of Prophylaxis? A Guide to Preventive Medicine and Pharmacology
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Over 20 life-threatening diseases can be prevented by prophylactic vaccination, helping people live longer, healthier lives. Beyond vaccines, what are the four types of prophylaxis in a broader medical context? This framework helps categorize the strategies healthcare providers use to prevent initial illness, disease recurrence, complications from chronic conditions, and even overtreatment.
