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B1–B2 · Health, medicine, hospitals, visiting a doctor and a dentist, with reading, listening, speaking, writing and grammar in context.
Vocabulary is derived from the source word banks; grammar examples come directly from the lesson texts.
The doctor checks your temperature.
Have you seen a doctor yet?
I've been feeling a bit under the weather.
You should make an appointment. / You may need treatment. / You can book online.
You have to make an appointment. / You need to rest.
If you are late, you may miss your appointment.
General medical care, appointments, healthcare opinions, useful situations, facts and quotations.
In England, there are many ways to take care of your health. If you feel sick or have an injury, you can go to the doctor or the hospital.
The doctor is a person who helps you when you are sick. They will ask you about your symptoms and examine you to see what's wrong. Sometimes, they may give you a prescription for medicine that you can take to help you feel better.
If you need to see a doctor, you should make an appointment first. You can do this by calling the doctor's office or booking online. When you arrive at the doctor's office, you usually have to wait for a little while before you can see the doctor. This is because there may be other patients waiting to see the doctor too.
If you are very sick or have a serious injury, you may need to go to the hospital. The hospital is a place where doctors and nurses take care of patients who need more help. They may do surgery or give you special treatment to help you recover. After the hospital, you often need to rest and take care of yourself at home until you feel better.
Some common symptoms include fever, headache, cough, sore throat, and stomachache. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to see a doctor so they can help you get better.
Remember, taking care of your health is very important, so make sure you go to the doctor if you need to!
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In England, there are many ways to take care of your health. If you feel _____(1) or have an _____(2), you can go to the _____(3) or the _____(4).
The doctor is a person who helps you when you are sick. They will ask you about your _____(5) and examine you to see what's wrong. Sometimes, they may give you a _____(6) for _____(7) that you can take to help you feel better.
If you need to see a _____(8), you should make an _____(9) first. You can do this by calling the doctor's office or booking online. When you _____(10) at the doctor's _____(11), you will usually have to wait for a little while before you can see the doctor. This is because there may be other _____(12) waiting to see the _____(13) too.
If you are very sick or have a serious _____(14), you may need to go to the _____(15). The _____(16) is a place where doctors and _____(17) take care of patients who need more help. They may do _____(18) or give you special _____(19) to help you _____(20). After you leave the hospital, you will need to rest and take care of yourself at home until you _____(21) better.
Some common _____(22) include _____(23), _____(24), _____(25), _____(26), and _____(27). If you have any of these _____(28), it's important to see a _____(29) so they can help you get better. Remember, taking care of your
_____(30) is very important, so make sure you go to the _____(31) if you need to!
Choose the correct answer.
Decide whether each statement is true or false.
Answer the questions.
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Samantha: Hey, Rachel, how's your _____(1) these days?
Rachel: Oh, it's alright. I've been feeling a bit under the weather for a few days now.
Samantha: Have you seen a _____(2) yet?
Rachel: Not yet. I was thinking about waiting to see if it goes away on its own.
Samantha: You should really make an _____(3). It could be something more _____(4) than just a _____(5) or flu.
Rachel: Yeah, maybe you're right. I'm not sure which _____(6) to go to though.
Samantha: Do you have a _____(7) that you usually see? You can book an appointment with them _____(8) or by phone.
Rachel: No, I've never had a _____(9) doctor here since I moved to London.
Samantha: Well, there are plenty of _____(10) and medical centers around that can help. My sister goes to one near her house and she says they're great.
Rachel: That's a good idea. Thanks for the suggestion.
Samantha: Of course! Remember that taking care of your _____(11) is important. Don't wait too long to see the doctor and get _____(12) before it gets _____(13).
Choose the correct answer.
I think the healthcare system in England is great! When I was studying abroad there, I was surprised that many NHS services were free at the point of use. In America, I was used to thinking much more about the cost of care.
I don't know, man. I feel like the quality of care in England isn't as good as it is in America. My friend had to wait six months to get a referral for a specialist, which is crazy!
I'm kind of on the fence about it. On one hand, I appreciate that the NHS is mainly tax-funded and many services are free at the point of use. But on the other hand, the wait times can be really frustrating.
Do not even get me started on this topic! The NHS (National Health Service) has saved my life more than once. I don't know what I would do without it. It makes me so angry when people complain about it.
"The greatest wealth is health."
Commonly attributed to Virgil"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food."
Commonly attributed to Hippocrates"The art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease."
Commonly attributed to Voltaire"Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind and spirit. When one is free from physical disabilities and mental distractions, the gates of the soul open."
Commonly attributed to B.K.S. Iyengar"The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease."
Commonly attributed to Thomas EdisonThe NHS in England is mainly funded through general taxation. NHS services are generally free at the point of use, with some charges set by law, such as certain prescription and dental charges.
Edward Jenner demonstrated the first successful vaccine in England in 1796, using cowpox to protect against smallpox.
Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin in 1928 while working at St Mary's Hospital in London.
NICE reviews clinical evidence and cost-effectiveness when developing guidance and assessing treatments for the NHS.
The Royal College of Physicians was founded in 1518 and is the oldest medical college in England.
In A&E, triage helps staff decide the order in which patients are seen so that the most seriously unwell people are prioritised.
Smoking is prohibited in enclosed workplaces, public buildings, and on public transport in the UK.
Fictional language-practice scenarios; they are not medical guidance.
Mary is feeling very sick. She has a high fever and her throat hurts. Her mother takes her to the hospital.
At the hospital, the doctor examines Mary. He says that she has tonsillitis and needs to stay in the hospital for a few days. The nurse takes Mary to her room.
It's a small room with a bed, a table, and a chair. Mary feels sad and scared because she has never stayed in a hospital before. But the nurse is kind and talks to her. She brings Mary some water and a book to read.
Mary's mother comes to visit her every day. She brings her flowers and some fruit. Mary likes the fruit very much.
The doctor comes to see Mary every day too. He checks her temperature and gives her some medicine.
After three days, Mary feels much better. The doctor says that she can go home. Mary is happy to go home and see her family. She thanks the doctor and the nurse for taking care of her.
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Mary is feeling very _____(1). She has a high _____(2) and her throat _____(3). Her mother takes her to the hospital.
At the hospital, the doctor _____(4) Mary. He says that she has tonsillitis and needs to stay in the hospital for a few days. The _____(5) takes Mary to her room.
It's a small room with a bed, a table, and a chair. Mary feels _____(6) and scared because she has never stayed in a hospital before. But the nurse is _____(7) and talks to her. She brings
Mary some water and a book to read. Mary's mother comes to _____(8) her every day. She brings her flowers and some fruit. Mary likes the fruit very much.
The _____(9) comes to see Mary every day too. He checks her _____(10) and gives her some _____(11).
After three days, Mary feels much better. The doctor says that she can go home. Mary is happy to go home and see her family. She thanks the doctor and the nurse for taking care of her.
Choose the correct answer.
Decide whether each statement is true or false.
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Doctor: Hello there, Mary. How are you feeling today?
Mary: Hi, Doctor. I still have a _____(1) and my throat hurts.
Doctor: I see. Let me _____(2) you again.
Nurse: Would you like some water, Mary? And maybe a book to read?
Mary: Yes, please. That would be nice. Thank you, Nurse.
Doctor: Okay, Mary. Based on your _____(3), you have _____(4). We need to keep you here in the hospital for a few days so we can _____(5) your _____(6) and give you _____(7).
Mary: Do I really have to stay here, Doctor?
Doctor: I'm afraid so, Mary. But don't worry, we'll take good care of you.
Mary: (looking sad) Okay...
Nurse: Don't worry, Mary. You're not alone here. I'll be _____(8) up on you every now and then. And your mom will come visit you later too!
Mary: (smiling weakly) Thanks, Nurse.
(Three days later)
Doctor: Good news, Mary! Your _____(9) has improved now. You no longer have a fever and your throat looks better.
Mary: (excitedly) Really?! Does that mean I can go home now?
Doctor: Yes, Mary. You can go home today. Just make sure to continue taking your _____(10) and get enough _____(11) at home. And if you feel any _____(12) or discomfort, let us know immediately.
Mary: Thank you, Doctor. And thank you, Nurse, for being kind and helpful to me during my stay here.
Nurse: Anytime, Mary. Take care!
Decide whether each statement is true or false.
Choose the correct answer.
Appointments, consultations, symptoms, medication and follow-up.
If you need to see a doctor, you have to make an appointment. You can call the doctor's office and ask for an appointment or you can go online and make one there.
When you have your appointment, you should arrive on time. If you are late, you may miss your appointment and have to reschedule. Make sure to bring any important documents with you, like your health insurance card or a list of medications you are taking.
When you meet with the doctor, they will ask you questions about your health and what is bothering you. They may also check your temperature, blood pressure, and other things to make sure you are healthy. If they need to do any tests, they will let you know.
After the appointment, the doctor may give you some advice or prescribe medication to help you feel better. Make sure to follow their instructions carefully and take any medication as directed.
Remember, it's important to see a doctor if you are not feeling well or if you have any concerns about your health. Don't be afraid to make an appointment and get the help you need.
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If you need to see a _____(1), you have to make an _____(2). You can call the doctor's _____(3) and ask for an appointment or you can go _____(4) and make one there.
When you have your appointment, you should _____(5) on time. If you are late, you may _____(6) your appointment and have to _____(7). Make sure to bring any important _____(8) with you, like your health insurance _____(9) or a list of _____(10) you are taking.
When you meet with the doctor, they will ask you questions about your _____(11) and what is _____(12) you. They may also check your _____(13), blood pressure, and other things to make sure you are healthy. If they need to do any _____(14), they will let you know.
After the appointment, the doctor may give you some advice or _____(15) medication to help you feel better. Make sure to follow their _____(16) carefully and take any medication as directed.
Remember, it's important to see a doctor if you are not feeling well or if you have any _____(17) about your _____(18). Don't be afraid to make an appointment and get the help you need.
Answer the questions.
Today is a bad day for Tom. He has a headache and his throat hurts. His mom thinks he needs to see a doctor.
They go to the clinic and wait for their turn. When it's Tom's turn, the doctor asks him some questions about how he feels. Tom tells the doctor that his head hurts and his throat is sore. The doctor checks Tom's temperature and looks inside his mouth. Then, the doctor gives Tom some medicine and tells him to rest.
Tom's mom buys the medicine from the pharmacy and they go home. Tom takes the medicine and goes to bed early. The next day, Tom feels much better. He thanks his mom for taking him to the doctor.
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Today is a bad day for Tom. He has a _____(1) and his throat _____(2). His mom thinks he needs to see a doctor.
They go to the _____(3) and wait for their _____(4). When it's Tom's turn, the doctor asks him some questions about how he feels. Tom tells the doctor that his _____(5) hurts and his throat is _____(6). The doctor _____(7) Tom's temperature and looks inside his _____(8). Then, the doctor gives Tom some _____(9) and tells him to rest.
Tom's mom buys the medicine from the _____(10) and they go home. Tom takes the medicine and goes to bed early. The next day, Tom _____(11) much better. He thanks his mom for taking him to the doctor.
Choose the correct answer.
Decide whether each statement is true or false.
Dental care, check-ups, cavities, gum health and useful appointment language.
Today is a special day for Sarah because she is going to the dentist. She has been brushing her teeth twice a day and flossing every night so that her teeth are healthy. Sarah is a bit nervous because it's her first time visiting the dentist, but her mom tells her not to worry.
When they arrive at the dentist's office, the receptionist greets them and asks them to fill out some forms. After that, the dentist calls Sarah's name and leads her to the examination room. The dentist is very friendly and explains everything he is doing. He checks Sarah's teeth and tells her that she has no cavities. He also gives her some tips on how to take care of her teeth better.
Sarah feels relieved and happy when she leaves the dentist's office. She even gets a sticker and a toothbrush as a reward for being brave during the check-up. From now on, Sarah knows that visiting the dentist is not scary at all and it's important to keep her teeth healthy.
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Today is a special day for Sarah because she is going to the dentist. She has been _____(1) her teeth twice a day and _____(2) every night so that her teeth are healthy. Sarah is a bit _____(3) because it's her first time visiting the dentist, but her mom tells her not to worry.
When they arrive at the dentist's office, the _____(4) greets them and asks them to fill out some forms. After that, the dentist calls Sarah's name and leads her to the _____(5) room. The dentist is very _____(6) and _____(7) everything he is doing. He _____(8) Sarah's teeth and tells her that she has no _____(9). He also gives her some _____(10) on how to take care of her teeth better.
Sarah feels _____(11) and happy when she leaves the dentist's office. She even gets a sticker and a _____(12) as a reward for being _____(13) during the _____(14). From now on, Sarah knows that visiting the dentist is not _____(15) at all and it's important to keep her teeth _____(16).
Choose the correct answer.
Decide whether each statement is true or false.
Fill in the blanks with the words from the text.
Oliver: Hi, I have a dentist _____(1) at 2 PM.
Receptionist: Hello Oliver! Let me _____(2)...yes, you're on the _____(3). Please wait for your _____(4) and we will call you when it's time to see the dentist.
Oliver: Thank you!
(10 minutes later)
Dentist: Hello Oliver. Nice to meet you. Why are you here today?
Oliver: Just a regular _____(5) Dr. Richards.
Dentist: Great. Please sit in the chair so we can start. Did you have any _____(6) since your last visit?
Oliver: No, not really. Only sometimes my teeth _____(7) when I eat hot or cold things.
Dentist: Okay, let me take a look.
(Dr. Richards examines Oliver's teeth)
Dentist: Your _____(8) are healthy, and there aren't any _____(9) that I can see. But, I saw some _____(10) near the gum line of your teeth. Do you _____(11) your teeth or _____(12) your _____(13) while sleeping?
Oliver: Yes, _____(14) I do wake up with sore jaws.
Dentist: That could be why. To avoid further damage, I suggest getting a night _____(15). Also, try not to drink too much soda or juice because they can _____(16) your teeth as well.
Oliver: Okay, I'll work on that.
Dentist: Great! You're all set for now. See you again in six months for your next check-up!
Oliver: Thanks, Dr. Richards!
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The writing section was added because writing is listed in the lesson metadata but the source contained no dedicated writing task.
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