Health and Sickness: English Vocabulary List

a method of treatment in which thin needles are inserted in specific spots on the body, originated in China

"Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles at specific points on the body."

"Many people turn to acupuncture as a natural alternative to conventional pain relief treatments."

a part of a hospital or a healthcare facility that provides care for patients who do not require an overnight stay

"The clinic opens at nine AM."

"The free clinic provides medical care to low income families who cannot afford private health insurance."

a room in a hospital or clinic equipped to provide emergency care to people in need of immediate medical treatment

"The emergency room was busy."

"They took him to the emergency room after the accident."

a field of medicine or a department in a hospital that deals with ear, nose, and throat problems or diseases

"ENT treats ear problems."

"She saw an ENT for her sinus issue."

a shop where medicines are sold

"I went to the pharmacy."

"You can pick up your prescription at the local pharmacy after 3 PM today."

a patient who stays in the hospital while they receive treatment

"The inpatient stayed overnight."

"She was admitted as an inpatient after the surgery and stayed in the hospital for three days to recover before being discharged to go home."

a patient who receives treatment in a hospital but does not remain there afterward

"The outpatient left quickly."

"The outpatient visited the clinic and went home the same day."

the well-being of a person's mind

"Mental health matters."

"Mental health support can improve daily life and relationships."

an intense and irrational fear toward a specific thing such as an object, situation, concept, or animal

"He has a spider phobia."

"Her intense phobia of heights prevented her from enjoying scenic views."

a dentist who specializes in the correction, etc. of the position of teeth

"The orthodontist tightened her braces."

"The orthodontist fitted the teenager with braces to straighten her crooked teeth and correct her bite over the next eighteen months."

a trained individual who provides emergency medical care to people before taking them to the hospital

"The paramedic arrived quickly."

"The paramedic arrived at the accident scene within minutes and provided emergency treatment to the injured driver before transporting him to the hospital."

a doctor who specializes in the treatment of children

"The pediatrician was kind."

"The pediatrician treated the child and spoke with the parents."

a doctor who performs medical operation

"The surgeon worked carefully."

"The surgeon performed the operation with a steady hand."

a doctor who performs medical operations to repair body parts or make them look more attractive

"The plastic surgeon explained the options."

"The plastic surgeon repaired the injury and improved the appearance."

the act of keeping someone or something unharmed

"Protection is important."

"Wearing sunscreen provides protection against harmful UV rays that can cause skin cancer and premature aging of the skin."

a tissue or organ that is removed from a body and put into another

"The transplant was successful."

"He needed a transplant to save his life."

a measured amount of drug or medicine that is taken at a given time

"Take one dose of medicine before bedtime."

"The doctor prescribed a daily dose of fifty milligrams of the medication which she takes every morning with breakfast."

a type of medicine that is used to reduce or relieve pain

"She took a painkiller pill."

"The doctor recommended a mild painkiller to ease the discomfort from her sprained ankle."

an image of the inside of a body created using X-rays

"The X-ray showed a clear fracture in the patient's left forearm."

"The doctor ordered an X-ray to get a clear image of the broken bone in the patient's leg."

a piece of equipment with a container that supplies oxygen to a person, used in places or situations in which it is difficult to breathe normally

"The breathing apparatus worked well."

"The firefighter wore a breathing apparatus to enter the smoke filled building and search for any people who might be trapped inside."

relating to the observation, examination, and treatment of patients in a medical setting

"Clinical trial is long."

"The new drug is currently undergoing extensive clinical trials to assess its safety and effectiveness."

to start experiencing symptoms of an illness

"He comes down with a bad cold."

"She thinks she is coming down with the flu because she has a fever and a very sore throat."

to get in bed for sleeping

"I am tired, so I will hit the hay."

"I am really tired so I think I will hit the hay early tonight for once."

to insert a living tissue or an artificial object into the body via medical procedure

"Doctors implant a pacemaker in his chest."

"The surgeon will implant an artificial hip joint to replace the patient's damaged and painful one."

a separate area in a hospital for patients with similar conditions

"The ward was quiet."

"She recovered in the hospital ward."

a doctor who is highly trained in a particular area of medicine

"The specialist arrived."

"The general practitioner referred her to a heart specialist after her blood tests showed some unusual results that required further investigation."

a qualified person whose job is treating people's mental issues by talking with them instead of giving them drugs

"The therapist listened well."

"The therapist helped the couple improve their communication skills and resolve conflicts that had been damaging their relationship for many years."

an operation performed by medical professionals to diagnose, treat, etc. a medical condition or injury

"The procedure took time."

"The procedure was done safely and carefully."

a medical practice that involves cutting open a body part in order to repair, remove, etc. an organ

"Surgery was necessary."

"She recovered after surgery and a few days of rest."

the systematic treatment of a disease, injury, or disorder through medical, rehabilitative, or remedial methods

"He needs some therapy."

"Physical therapy is often prescribed to help patients recover from injuries and regain mobility."

to cause a person or thing to return to a state of physical or emotional health

"The wound will heal."

"With proper care and rest, the deep cut is expected to heal completely within a few weeks."

to insert a substance or material into the body, often through a needle

"Nurses inject the vaccine into the arm."

"The nurse will inject the vaccine into your upper arm muscle to protect you against the flu virus."

to lose consciousness

"She passes out from the intense heat."

"It was so hot in the room that one of the guests nearly passed out from heat exhaustion and dehydration."

to decrease the amount of pain, stress, etc.

"The drug will relieve your symptoms."

"Taking a hot bath can help relieve muscle tension and reduce stress after a long day at work."

(of a medical device) to take a picture of a body part often using X-rays for detailed examinations by a specialist

"They will scan your leg."

"The doctor ordered a CT scan to get a clearer image of the patient's internal organs."

to bathe under a continuous flow of water, typically for cleansing the body

"He showers every morning before work."

"You should shower immediately after exercising to wash away the sweat and bacteria from your skin."