Unit 7 | Exercises and Flashcards

Unit 7, Medical English Exercises and Flashcards

Word	Example
hygiene	Poor standards of hygiene mean that the disease spreads fast.
bacteria	There are many different types of bacteria.
facemask	Medical staff are required to wear protective gloves and facemasks.
disinfectant	Disinfectant is a substance that contains chemicals that kill bacteria.
biohazard	Biohazard is something, such as a disease or a chemical, that may harm people, animals, or the environment.
contagious	The infection is highly contagious, so don't let anyone else use your towel.
virus	I don't know exactly what's wrong with her - I think she has some kind of virus.
antimicrobial	Grapefruit seeds are believed to have antimicrobial properties.
quarantine	The doctor said I could go home as long as I agreed to stay in quarantine for at least seven days.
infection	The breathing problem has now been complicated by a chest infection.