EngldomIELTS Vocabulary for Health (40 Academic Words)
A focused set of high-frequency Health vocabulary for IELTS Writing and Speaking. Each word includes a learner-friendly meaning and a natural example sentence. Learn them, then use Engldom to drill them with spaced repetition.
| Word | Meaning & example |
|---|---|
| ache B1 | a continuous dull pain I have a dull ache in my lower back. |
| illness B1 | a disease or period of sickness The doctor diagnosed a common viral illness. |
| patient B1 | a person receiving medical treatment The nurse checked on the patient every hour. |
| healthy B1 | in good physical or mental condition Eating a balanced diet is important for a healthy lifestyle. |
| medicine B1 | a substance used for medical treatment He needs to take this medicine twice a day. |
| treatment B1 | medical care given to a patient Early treatment can improve the chances of recovery. |
| diet B1 | the kinds of food that a person habitually eats A balanced diet is crucial for maintaining good health. |
| exercise B1 | activity requiring physical effort, carried out to improve health or fitness Regular exercise is recommended for cardiovascular health. |
| symptom B1 | a physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease A persistent cough is a common symptom of the flu. |
| disease B1 | a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant Vaccination can prevent many serious diseases. |
| recover B1 | regain strength or health after illness or injury It took him several weeks to recover from the surgery. |
| prevent B1 | keep something from happening Good hygiene can help prevent the spread of infections. |
| spread B1 | extend over a large or increasing area The virus can spread quickly through close contact. |
| infection B1 | the process of infecting or the state of being infected He was treated for a bacterial infection in his lungs. |
| nutrition B1 | the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth Good nutrition is essential for children's development. |
| mental B1 | relating to the mind Stress can have a significant impact on mental health. |
| physical B1 | relating to the body Regular physical activity improves overall well-being. |
| stress B1 | a state of mental or emotional strain resulting from demanding circumstances Chronic stress can lead to various health problems. |
| fatigue B1 | extreme tiredness The patient reported severe fatigue after the treatment. |
| hygiene B1 | conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health Good personal hygiene is important to prevent the spread of germs. |
| vital B1 | absolutely necessary or important Maintaining hydration is vital during intense physical activity. |
| adequate B1 | satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity Ensuring adequate sleep is key to good health. |
| monitor B1 | observe and check the progress or quality of something over a period of time Doctors will monitor his condition closely. |
| sustain B1 | cause to continue for an extended period or without interruption A healthy diet helps sustain energy levels throughout the day. |
| risk B1 | a situation involving exposure to danger Smoking significantly increases the risk of lung cancer. |
| immune B1 | resistant to a particular infection or disease After vaccination, the body becomes immune to the virus. |
| therapy B1 | treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder Physical therapy is often part of the recovery process. |
| diagnosis B1 | the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms The doctor made a preliminary diagnosis of pneumonia. |
| prognosis B1 | a forecast of the likely course of a disease or ailment The prognosis for patients with early-stage cancer is often good. |
| vaccination B1 | the administration of a vaccine to help the immune system develop immunity from a specific disease Routine vaccination protects children from many serious illnesses. |
| contagious B1 | spread from one person or organism to another by direct or indirect contact The doctor advised staying home if you have a contagious illness. |
| chronic B1 | persisting for a long time or constantly recurring Diabetes is a chronic condition that requires ongoing management. |
| acute B1 | having a sudden onset, sharp or severe course, and a corresponding apparent intensity of the usual signs and symptoms He was admitted to the hospital with an acute attack of appendicitis. |
| hereditary B1 | denoting or relating to a disease, condition, or trait passed from parent to offspring Heart disease can have a hereditary component. |
| malnutrition B1 | lack of proper nutrition Malnutrition is a serious problem in developing countries. |
| epidemic B1 | a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time The WHO declared the outbreak an epidemic. |
| pandemic B1 | an epidemic of infectious disease that has spread through human populations across a large area The global pandemic had a devastating impact on public health. |
| respiratory B1 | relating to or affecting the organs of breathing The common cold can cause respiratory problems. |
| cardiovascular B1 | relating to the heart and blood vessels Regular exercise is beneficial for cardiovascular health. |
| genetics B1 | the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics Understanding genetics helps in identifying predispositions to certain diseases. |
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