Published April 16, 2026 | Version v1
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Wordcraft at Camp: Healthcare versus Health Care

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  • 1. ROR icon Wolters Kluwer Health

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Carl A. Kirton discusses the orthographic variants "healthcare" and "health care," emphasizing the importance of consistency in writing. Different style guides vary in their preferences for these terms, often treating them as interchangeable. Ultimately, authors should follow the style requirements of their target journal while maintaining clarity in their manuscripts.

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