preventative techniques
[prɪˈvɛntətɪv tɛkˈniːks]
noun phrasepl: preventative techniques
técnicas preventivas
1. Methods or procedures designed to stop something harmful from happening before it occurs
The hospital implemented preventative techniques to reduce infection rates.
O hospital implementou técnicas preventivas para reduzir as taxas de infecção.
2. Strategies used in healthcare, safety, or maintenance to avoid problems rather than treat them after they develop
Proper hygiene is one of the most effective preventative techniques against disease.
A higiene adequada é uma das técnicas preventivas mais eficazes contra doenças.
3. Proactive measures taken to prevent accidents, failures, or negative outcomes
Regular equipment maintenance uses preventative techniques to avoid costly breakdowns.
A manutenção regular de equipamentos usa técnicas preventivas para evitar avarias custosas.
In Brazil, preventative techniques are increasingly emphasized in public health campaigns and occupational safety programs (programas de saúde ocupacional). The term reflects a growing cultural shift toward proactive healthcare and workplace safety, particularly in industrial and service sectors. In the USA, preventative medicine is a well-established healthcare philosophy, with insurance companies often incentivizing preventative care through reduced premiums.
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