aftercare
noun
af·ter·care ˈaf-tər-ˌker 
: the care, treatment, help, or supervision given to persons discharged from an institution (such as a hospital)
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Staff use a five-phase delivery model called insight oriented ibogaine, which spans from medical evaluation through to preparation, treatment, acute aftercare, and long-term after care. 
Amanda Siebert, Forbes, 16 May 2022 Tracey Jewel, who starred on MAFS in 2018, has previously said that mental health aftercare for participants is imperative. Alicia Vrajlal, refinery29.com, 22 June 2022 Infection can also occur if clients don't follow the proper aftercare, says Bray, which means keeping the area dry and staying out of the sun for about 10 days. Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 25 May 2022 Ultimately, try to not go overboard with your piercing aftercare, because that could potentially case more irritation. Gabi Thorne, Allure, 25 Apr. 2022 Thankfully, the aftercare for tongue piercings isn't too complicated. Gabi Thorne, Allure, 25 Apr. 2022 Mental wellness company Nue Health, which offers ketamine therapy along with an app and virtual aftercare, has raised $23 million in a Series A round led by Obvious Ventures and Western Technology Investment. Mohana Ravindranath, STAT, 24 Apr. 2022 While safe, hygienic scarring practice and appropriate aftercare can prevent infection, Dr. Kim encourages understanding your personal and family medical history before pursuing scarification. Ashley Abramson, Allure, 30 Mar. 2022 Having surgery abroad is common for those looking to cut costs, as fat transfers can go for upward of $5,000 and does not include aftercare, some people have opted to undergo surgery abroad. Essence, 8 Feb. 2022 See More
Amanda Siebert, Forbes, 16 May 2022 Tracey Jewel, who starred on MAFS in 2018, has previously said that mental health aftercare for participants is imperative. Alicia Vrajlal, refinery29.com, 22 June 2022 Infection can also occur if clients don't follow the proper aftercare, says Bray, which means keeping the area dry and staying out of the sun for about 10 days. Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 25 May 2022 Ultimately, try to not go overboard with your piercing aftercare, because that could potentially case more irritation. Gabi Thorne, Allure, 25 Apr. 2022 Thankfully, the aftercare for tongue piercings isn't too complicated. Gabi Thorne, Allure, 25 Apr. 2022 Mental wellness company Nue Health, which offers ketamine therapy along with an app and virtual aftercare, has raised $23 million in a Series A round led by Obvious Ventures and Western Technology Investment. Mohana Ravindranath, STAT, 24 Apr. 2022 While safe, hygienic scarring practice and appropriate aftercare can prevent infection, Dr. Kim encourages understanding your personal and family medical history before pursuing scarification. Ashley Abramson, Allure, 30 Mar. 2022 Having surgery abroad is common for those looking to cut costs, as fat transfers can go for upward of $5,000 and does not include aftercare, some people have opted to undergo surgery abroad. Essence, 8 Feb. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
after- + care entry 1
First Known Use
1629, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
aftercare
noun
af·ter·care -ˌke(ə)r, -ˌka(ə)r
: the care, treatment, help, or supervision given to persons discharged from an institution (as a hospital or prison)