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intervention

intervention An intervention is an action or measure used to bring about an effect or to change the course of a problem in a person or group.

An intervention is an action or measure used to bring about an effect or to change the course of a problem in a person or group. It is a broad term that can include medical, social, behavioral, environmental, or other actions with preventive or therapeutic impact.

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