healthcare
Americannoun
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the field concerned with the maintenance or restoration of the health of the body or mind.
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any of the procedures or methods employed in this field.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of healthcare
Example Sentences
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She also noted that patients experiencing cognitive problems during cancer treatment should consult their healthcare provider before starting any intervention to ensure it is appropriate for their individual situation.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
Medicare is the primary or only source of healthcare for most older Americans.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
He also faced criticism from his rivals for failing to offer detailed housing and healthcare policies.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Part of the problem was the sheer enormity of the initial outbreak, which quickly strained available stocks of tests, medications, and PPE, not to mention hospital beds and healthcare workers’ time.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
The government is striving to open new export markets, encourage foreign investment, modernize the tax and healthcare systems, and stimulate the sluggish economy.
From The 2004 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
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