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[Term] Preventive Care [Why it matters] Catching medical problems in the early stages can yield huge savings. Reform proposals would promote preventive care by requiring insurers to cover (with no co-pay) preventive services. [What it is] 
Routine medical care and screenings that can help patients and providers catch medical problems before they turn into dangerous, chronic conditions. Mammograms, regular checkups and even flu shots are all classified as preventive care.
Understanding the Health-Care Debate: Your Indispensable Guide-TIME
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