Hi mates,

Which is correct - "preventive measures" or "prevention measures"? An example is given below.

1) We are conducting a survey on Covid-19 preventive measures implemented in hospitals.

2) We are conducting a survey on Covid-19 prevention measures implemented in hospitals.

Thanks in advance.
Niwantha

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Hi mates,

Which is correct -  "preventive measures" or "prevention measures"? An example is given below.

1) We are conducting a survey on Covid-19 preventive measures implemented in hospitals.

2) We are conducting a survey on Covid-19 prevention measures implemented in hospitals.

Thanks in advance.
Niwantha

Answer

I would say preventive measures sounds more natural.

Answer

The first one is correct - to take preventative measures.
The second is a noun, you could say:
We are conducting a survey on the prevention of covid 19 in hospitals

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You can use both but preventive must change to preventative

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