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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This means that your savings have a steeper hill to climb: a longer-than-expected lifespan can put considerable strain on even a well-funded plan, increasing exposure to market volatility, inflation, taxes and healthcare costs.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
“We’ve been out really reaching the healthcare community driving awareness of this medicine. Reception’s been very positive and now we start to turn some of the other levers.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
At the time, the government said there was a "desperate need" to protect health and social care staff, and argued swift action was required to secure healthcare equipment.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Europeans are living longer than ever before thanks to vastly improved healthcare, and better life and social conditions.
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 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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