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Health and Sickness

38 Words

19m

healthcare
1.
health
care
Noun

the health services and treatments given to people

Access to affordable healthcare is a major concern for many families in the country.

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welfare
2.
wel
fare
Noun

efforts, policies, or procedures designed to promote the basic well-being of people, often by providing services or protections

The government invested in welfare programs for disadvantaged communities.

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medicine
3.
me
di
cine
Noun

the field of science that is concerned with treating injuries and diseases

After years of rigorous study, she graduated from medical school and was excited to begin her career in medicine, helping patients recover from illnesses.

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medical
4.
me
di
cal
Adjective

related to medicine, treating illnesses, and health

She pursued a career in the medical field to help others improve their health.

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positive
5.
po
si
tive
Adjective

displaying approval, support, or agreement

Her feedback was positive, praising the team's efforts.

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negative
6.
ne
ga
tive
Adjective

having an unpleasant or harmful effect on someone or something

The report highlighted the negative impact of pollution on wildlife.

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drug
7.
drug
Noun

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

Drugs prescribed by doctors play a crucial role in treating various medical conditions, from antibiotics for infections to painkillers for managing discomfort.

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aspirin
8.
as
pirin
Noun

a type of medicine taken to relieve pain, bring down a fever, etc.

She took two aspirin tablets to relieve her headache.

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antibiotic
9.
an
ti
bio
tic
Noun

a drug that is used to destroy bacteria or stop their growth, like Penicillin

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capsule
10.
cap
sule
Noun

a dry, hard covering type of fruit that splits open to release seeds, such as in poppy seeds or okra

He crushed the dried capsules of the poppy flowers to extract the tiny seeds for culinary purposes.

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first-aid kit
11.
first-aid kit
Noun

a set of tools and medical supplies, usually carried in a bag or case, used in case of emergency or injury

Always carry a first-aid kit when hiking in remote areas.

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bandage
12.
ban
dage
Noun

a piece of cloth that is put around a wound to prevent infections

She wrapped a bandage around the cut on her finger to protect it from infection.

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Band-Aid
13.
Band
Aid
Noun

a small sticky strip used to cover and protect an injuriy, typically a cut

He carefully applied a Band-Aid to his finger after nicking it while chopping vegetables.

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shoot
14.
shoot
Verb

to release a bullet or arrow from a gun or bow

The police officer had to shoot to defend against the armed suspect.

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bleed
15.
bleed
Verb

to lose blood from an injury or wound

The paper cut on her finger began to bleed after she accidentally touched it.

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suffer
16.
su
ffer
Verb

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

They suffered the consequences of their actions.

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painful
17.
pain
ful
Adjective

causing physical pain in someone

The painful bruise on his leg made it hard to walk.

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examination
18.
e
xa
mi
na
tion
Noun

the process of looking closely at something to identify any issues

The mechanic's examination of the engine revealed several problems.

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test
19.
test
Verb

to take actions to check the quality, reliability, or performance of something

The mechanic tested the car's brakes to ensure they were functioning properly.

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operation
20.
o
pe
ra
tion
Noun

an organized activity involving multiple people doing various things to achieve a common goal

The operation to coordinate the charity event required meticulous planning and collaboration among various volunteers.

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operate
21.
ope
rate
Verb

to function in a specific way

The machine operates smoothly when all components are in good condition.

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treat
22.
treat
Verb

to deal with or behave toward someone or something in a particular way

Always treat animals with care and compassion.

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treatment
23.
treat
ment
Noun

an action that is done to relieve pain or cure a disease, wound, etc.

After the accident, he underwent extensive treatment to recover from his injuries and regain mobility.

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cure
24.
cure
Noun

a treatment or medication for a certain disease or injury

After years of research, they finally discovered a cure.

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heal
25.
heal
Verb

to become healthy again

Over time, a wound may heal and gradually close.

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mental
26.
men
tal
Adjective

happening or related to someone's mind, involving thoughts, feelings, and cognitive processes

She experienced a mental breakthrough during the meditation session.

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spread
27.
spread
Verb

to extend or increase in influence or effect over a larger area or group of people

The flu virus can easily spread in crowded places.

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symptom
28.
symp
tom
Noun

a change in the normal condition of the body of a person, which is the sign of a disease

A persistent cough can be a symptom of a respiratory infection.

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recover
29.
re
co
ver
Verb

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

After a week of rest, she started to recover from the flu.

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recovery
30.
re
co
ve
ry
Noun

the gradual process of healing or regaining strength after illness, injury, or exertion

He required several weeks of recovery after the operation.

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prescription
31.
presc
rip
tion
Noun

the written instructions of a doctor that allow the patient to get the medicines needed

The pharmacist filled the prescription for antibiotics.

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care
32.
care
Verb

to consider something or someone important and to have a feeling of worry or concern toward them

Despite his rough exterior, he cares a lot about his friends.

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care for
33.
care for
Verb

to provide treatment for or help a person or an animal that is sick or injured

The nurse cares for elderly patients at the hospital.

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first aid
34.
first aid
Noun

a basic medical treatment given to someone in an emergency before they are taken to the hospital

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checkup
35.
che
ckup
Noun

a complete medical examination of the body to see if there are any health issues

She scheduled her annual checkup to ensure she was in good health.

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weigh
36.
weigh
Verb

to have a specific weight

The baby elephant weighs over 200 pounds.

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poison
37.
poi
son
Noun

a deadly substance that can kill or seriously harm if it enters the body

The scientist studied the effects of poison on the nervous system.

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38.
[catch] (a|) cold
Phrase

to get sick with a virus that causes a runny nose, cough, and sore throat

I felt terrible yesterday; I caught cold after getting soaked in the rain.

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