pattern

B1 Level Wordlist - Health and Sickness

Here you will learn some English words about health and sickness, such as "medicine", "healthcare", "drug", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

review-disable

Review

flashcard-disable

Flashcards

spelling-disable

Spelling

quiz-disable

Quiz

Start learning
CEFR B1 Vocabulary

the health services and treatments given to people

Ex: Advances in technology have revolutionized modern healthcare, making treatments more effective and accessible .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
welfare
[noun]

the well-being and happiness of an individual or a group

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
medicine
[noun]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

Ex: The child refused to take the bitter-tasting medicine.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
medical
[Adjective]

related to medicine, treating illnesses, and health

Ex: The pharmaceutical company conducts research to develop new medical treatments for diseases .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
positive
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The test results were positive, indicating high levels of cholesterol .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
negative
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The mammogram revealed negative findings , providing reassurance to the patient about her breast health .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
drug
[noun]

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

Ex: The pharmaceutical industry continually researches and develops new drugs to address emerging health challenges and improve patient outcomes .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
aspirin
[noun]

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

Ex: Aspirin is often used to alleviate the symptoms of the common cold .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

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

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
capsule
[noun]

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

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

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

Ex: She kept a first-aid kit in her car for emergencies .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
bandage
[noun]

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

Ex: After the injury , the doctor instructed him to change the bandage daily to ensure proper healing .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
Band-Aid
[noun]

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

Ex: She reached into her purse and pulled out a Band-Aid, offering it to her coworker who had just gotten a paper cut .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
shot
[noun]

an act of a drug injection to the body

Ex: After the shot, he felt a little dizzy .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to bleed
[Verb]

to lose blood from an injury or wound

Ex: Last week , I accidentally cut my finger , and it bled for a while .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to suffer
[Verb]

to have an illness or disease

Ex: The elderly man suffered from arthritis , finding it increasingly challenging to perform simple tasks like tying his shoes .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
painful
[Adjective]

making one experience pain

Ex: He received a painful knock on the head during the game .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

the process of looking closely at something to identify any issues

Ex: The scientist conducted an examination of the samples to detect any contaminants .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
test
[noun]

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

Ex: They performed a biopsy test to examine the tissue for abnormalities .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
operation
[noun]

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

Ex: Prior to the operation, the medical staff conducted several tests to assess the patient ’s overall health .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

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

Ex: The medical team prepared to operate on the patient to transplant a kidney.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to treat
[Verb]

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

Ex: Dermatologists may recommend creams or ointments to treat skin conditions .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
treatment
[noun]

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

Ex: Timely treatment of acute illnesses can prevent complications and facilitate a quicker recovery process .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to cure
[Verb]

to make someone regain their health

Ex: If the clinical trial is successful , the treatment will likely cure the disease .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to heal
[Verb]

to become healthy again

Ex: Patients have recently healed after undergoing medical procedures .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
mental
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He took a mental health day off work to rest and recharge.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to spread
[Verb]

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

Ex: The use of radios spread to remote areas , allowing people to receive news faster .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
symptom
[noun]

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

Ex: She visited the doctor because of severe headaches , a symptom she could n't ignore .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

to regain complete health after a period of sickness or injury

Ex: With proper treatment , many people can recover from mental health challenges .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
recovery
[noun]

the process of becoming healthy again after an injury or disease

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

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

Ex: The prescription clearly states the dosage and frequency .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
care
[noun]

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

Ex: The hospital provides compassionate care to all patients , ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

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

Ex: The nurse carefully cared for the elderly patient in the hospital .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
first aid
[noun]

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

daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
checkup
[noun]

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

Ex: During the checkup, the physician conducted various tests to evaluate her health .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
to weigh
[Verb]

to have a specific weight

Ex: The parcel weighs five kilograms , making it a heavy shipment .
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
poison
[noun]

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

Ex: The bottle was clearly labeled as containing a dangerous poison.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in

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

Ex: He caught a bad cold and had to stay home from work.
daily words
wordlist
Close
Sign in
B1 Level Wordlist
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app