Definition

The practice of using chemicals, drugs, or dietary supplements to stop diseases from developing, especially cancer.

Example

Doctors recommend chemoprevention strategies to reduce the risk of cancer in high-risk patients.

Conversation

Have you heard about chemoprevention and how it can help with cancer prevention?

Yeah, I've read a bit about it; it sounds pretty interesting.

I think using certain foods as part of chemoprevention could really make a difference.

Definitely! It's amazing how our diet can impact our health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chemoprevention → It is formed from "chemo-" (from Greek "chēmeia", meaning chemistry or chemical) and "prevention" (from Latin "praeventio", meaning to prevent). The word refers to the use of chemical agents to prevent disease, particularly cancer.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chemistry' ('chemo-') being used to 'prevent' ('prevention') diseases, especially cancer.

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