public health system
nounUK /ˈpʌblɪk hɛlθ ˈsɪstəm/
US /ˈpʌblɪk hɛlθ ˈsɪstəm/
The group of doctors, hospitals, and helpers that keep everyone in a place healthy.
The public health system gives free shots to children so they don't get sick.
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2. The government-run services that protect people from diseases and health dangers.
The public health system tracked the flu outbreak and warned schools.
3. All the organizations that work together to care for a community's health.
Clean water and safe food are part of the public health system.
4. The network of public hospitals and clinics funded by taxes.
Many families rely on the public health system for affordable care.