4/8 Talk about what hepatitis is.

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver.

ex> Inflammation can cause premature aging of the skin.

Most cases of hepatitis are caused by viruses, but they can also be triggered by toxins like alcohol and medication.

* be triggered by: ~으로 인해 야기되다

ex> The accident was triggered by mechanical malfunction.

Some forms of hepatitis are acute, while others can be chronic.

ex> I suffer from chronic indigestion.

Hepatitis is commonly transmitted by contaminated food or water.

ex> The disease can be transmitted by blood.

It is widespread in developing countries. People can catch it by visiting these areas or eating contaminated food.

ex> Such eating disorders are widespread among young women.

Hepatitis can be prevented through vaccinations.

People are advised to wash their hands frequently, drink boiled water, and eat food that is cooked well to avoid getting the disease.

@ It’s the other way around.  반대 방향이야.

<HOMEWORK>

1.      The collapse was triggered by heavy rain.

2.      I've had chronic back pain for many years.

3.      The flu can be transmitted by coughing or sneezing.

4.      Cheating was widespread during tests.

@ Related Topics>> Hepatitis, Vaccination,

2/16 Hepatitis

DIALOG>> Are you vaccinated against hepatitis?

 

A: Where has Jim been lately?

B: I heard he has hepatitis.

A: Oh no! Is he alright?

B: He’s still showing symptoms.

A: Are you vaccinated against hepatitis?

B: Yes, I got my shots several years ago.

* got shots: 주사를 맞다

     

RESPONSE>> Talk about what hepatitis is.

 

One type of medical condition that can become deadly is hepatitis. 

* deadly: 치명적인

Hepatitis is often a viral infection that causes liver inflammation. 

ex> Take the necessary measures to fight viral infections.

It can also be caused by toxins like alcohol or medication. 

ex> My stress is caused by problems at work.

The most typical types of this disease are Hepatitis A and B. 

Hepatitis A is an acute infectious form that spreads through contaminated food or water. 

* spread through: ~을 통해 퍼지다

ex> The acute infectious form of the disease is much more common.

ex> The disease was spread through the air.

Hepatitis A is widespread in developing countries. 

ex> The popularity of K-pop is widespread throughout Asia.

You can get vaccinations to guard against Hepatitis A.

* guard against: ~을 막다

ex> Did you get your flu vaccination yet?

To avoid getting the disease, people should wash their hands often, drink clean or boiled water, and eat food that is well-cooked.

@ I’ve been thinking over your proposal. 네 제안을 검토하고 있었어

1. The flu is a kind of viral infection.

2. Heavy drinking can cause liver inflammation.

3. The disease spreads through person-to-person contact.

4. The elderly and children should get flu vaccinations.