Program
Program (Medicine)
Program (pronounced proh-gram) is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a planned series of future events, operations, or activities designed to achieve a particular aim. The term is derived from the Greek word 'programma', which means 'a written public notice'.
Definition
In the context of medicine, a program is a systematic plan, often involving a series of steps or operations, designed to accomplish a specific medical or health-related goal. This could include treatment programs, research programs, or public health initiatives.
Related Terms
- Treatment Program: A structured plan of medical interventions designed to manage a specific health condition.
- Research Program: A systematic plan to investigate a specific area of medical science.
- Public Health Program: A coordinated effort to promote health and prevent disease within a community or population.
Etymology
The term program comes from the Late Latin 'programma', which is derived from the Greek 'programma', meaning 'a written public notice'. In the context of medicine, it refers to a planned series of events or operations aimed at achieving a specific health-related goal.
Pronunciation
The term program is pronounced as /ˈproʊˌgræm/ in American English and /ˈprəʊɡræm/ in British English.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Program
- Wikipedia's article - Program
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