Getting sick and buying medicine

Travel English: Getting sick and buying medicine · engVid: We never plan to get sick, but sometimes it happens. In this lesson, youll learn vocabulary and expressions you need to visit a doctor, get a prescription, and buy the medicine you need. If youre traveling to an English-speaking country, this lesson is essential. Ill also give you my advice and warnings for buying and taking medication in an English-speaking country. Most importantly, remember that pharmacists are your friends. They will be happy to help you find the medication you need, and to give you exact instructions on how to take it. I hope your next visit to the drug store is a pleasant one. Dont worry, this lesson is non-drowsy!



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INJURY                                           ILLNESS  (cortas)                        DISEASE (largas, serias)
wound                                               sickness                                          chronic
burn                                                  cold                                                 benign
break                                                 flu
sprain (torcedura, esguince)             bug = virus
swollen (hinchado)

HEAL /hi:l/ curar                       Doctor prescribes a REMEDY        TREAT OR CURE (n. or vb.)
   
                                               Doctor or MD (medical doctor)