Health and Sickness: English Vocabulary List

the health services and treatments given to people

"Good healthcare system is very important."

"Access to affordable healthcare is a major concern for many families who struggle to pay for insurance premiums doctor visits and prescription medications."

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

"She took aspirin for high fever."

"Aspirin can help reduce fever and relieve mild pain but taking too much can cause stomach bleeding and other serious side effects."

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

"Keep first-aid kit in your car."

"Every car should contain a basic first aid kit with bandages antiseptic wipes and adhesive tape for treating minor injuries during road trips."

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

"Put on a bandage."

"A compression bandage is a stretchy"

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

"I need a Band-Aid now."

"She put a Band-Aid on her finger after she accidentally cut it while preparing dinner in the kitchen."

to lose blood from an injury or wound

"His wound bleeds for several minutes."

"The cut on his finger continued to bleed for several minutes before the bleeding finally stopped."

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

"She will care for her parents."

"Nurses care for patients with compassion and dedication often working long hours under difficult conditions."

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

"She learned first aid techniques."

"Knowing basic first aid techniques like CPR and the Heimlich maneuver can save lives while waiting for professional emergency responders to arrive on scene."

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

"I have medical checkup every year."

"She scheduled her annual dental checkup for cleaning and X rays to catch any cavities early before they required more extensive treatment like root canals."

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

"This chemical poison is very dangerous."

"The warning label on the cleaning product said poison indicating that swallowing even a small amount could cause severe injury or death."

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

"I caught a cold yesterday."

"If you go outside without a jacket in winter, you might catch a cold and feel terrible for several days."

the state of being healthy, happy, and prosperous

"Her welfare is important."

"The government aims to improve the overall welfare of its citizens through various social programs."

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

"Doctor gave strong medicine for headache."

"He forgot to take his medicine for three days which caused his symptoms to return worse than before reminding him why consistent treatment was necessary."

related to medicine, treating illnesses, and health

"He needs medical care."

"The medical student studied for hours every night to pass her difficult board exams."

(of a scientific test) showing that a particular substance or condition exists

"The test was positive."

"The laboratory results came back positive, confirming the presence of the required antibodies."

(of a scientific test) showing that there is no sign of a disease or a particular condition

"The result is negative."

"Fortunately, the medical examination yielded a negative result, indicating no signs of the illness."

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

"The doctor prescribed a new drug."

"The new drug has shown promising results in clinical trials and may soon be approved for public use."

a medicine that kills or stops the growth of bacteria

"The doctor prescribed an antibiotic for the nasty throat infection."

"A broad-spectrum antibiotic works against many different types of bacteria"

a type of small, rounded drug that has medicine inside, which when swallowed releases its medical substance

"I take a capsule daily."

"He swallowed the small capsule with a glass of water to relieve his headache."

an act of a drug injection to the body

"He got a flu shot."

"The doctor administered a powerful shot to alleviate her persistent pain."

to have an illness or disease

"She will suffer soon."

"Many people suffer from chronic conditions that require ongoing medical attention."

making one experience pain

"The injection was painful."

"The painful injection made the child cry but the nurse gave him a lollipop afterward."

the process of looking closely at something to identify any issues

"Do an examination."

"The thorough examination of the ancient artifact revealed its true origins."

a medical examination of the body or a part of body to detect possible health issues

"Take a blood test."

"The patient underwent a series of diagnostic tests to determine the cause of his symptoms."

a medical process in which a part of body is cut open to repair or remove a damaged organ

"The operation was successful."

"The delicate heart operation required years of specialized training and precise execution."

to cut open a part of the body in order to repair or remove a damaged organ

"The surgeon operates on the patient."

"The skilled surgeon will operate on the patient's heart tomorrow morning at eight o'clock."

to provide medical care such as medicine or therapy to heal injuries, illnesses, or wounds and make someone better

"Doctors treat patients with care."

"The doctor used a new method to treat the patient's rare skin condition successfully."

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

"The treatment helped him recover."

"The doctor recommended a new treatment that could cure the disease within just a few weeks."

to make someone regain their health

"Medicine can cure many diseases now."

"There is currently no known cure to treat this particular viral infection effectively yet."

to become healthy again

"Time helps heal emotional wounds too."

"The wound on his leg took nearly three weeks to heal completely after the accident."

relating to the health or state of the mind, including aspects of emotional, psychological, and cognitive well-being

"He has mental problems."

"Maintaining good mental health is crucial for overall well-being and daily functioning."

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

"Ideas spread quickly now."

"The wildfire spread rapidly through the dry forest because of the strong winds."

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

"High temperature is common symptom."

"Fever and dry cough are common symptoms of many respiratory infections but they do not necessarily indicate a serious illness requiring hospitalization."

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

"Patients recover from illness slowly."

"It took the athlete several months to recover from his serious knee injury completely."

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

"His recovery after surgery was surprisingly fast."

"His recovery after the surgery took longer than expected because he tried to return to work too soon instead of resting properly."

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

"You cannot buy this drug without a prescription."

"You cannot buy this medicine without a valid prescription from a licensed doctor or physician."

the act of providing treatment and paying attention to the physical and emotional needs of someone or something

"Nurses give excellent care to patients."

"The nurse provided compassionate care to the elderly patient helping her eat bathe and move around the hospital room without causing additional pain."

to have a specific weight

"The bag weighs ten pounds."

"The baby weighed only two kilograms at birth because she was born prematurely."

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

"I caught a cold."

"After spending a day in the rain, he unfortunately caught a cold and felt quite unwell."