Hospitals and check-ups
Most people in Japan have a yearly health check, and big hospitals are usually reached through a local clinic. This lesson covers health checks and results, going into hospital, and visiting someone who's there. Tap to hear any line. The bar at the bottom plays a hands-free drill for walking.
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25 hospital and check-up words
Cards marked "you'll hear" are what doctors, nurses and staff say; the rest are things you'd say. Several reuse words from earlier lessons; the note says which.
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Words for tests and stays
The key words in three groups, each with a word or phrase that often goes with it.
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- Bring a referral. Big hospitals charge an extra fee (7,000 yen or more) if you come for the first time without a . Start at a local clinic.
- Yearly checks. Employers give staff a every year. If you're on National Health Insurance, the city offers one from age 40.
- Visiting. Hospitals have set (visiting hours), and some limit visitors or don't allow flowers. Check before you go.
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Three patterns to use today
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Say it in Japanese
Say each one out loud before you reveal the answer. Getting close counts.