23. Common Health ProblemsAlyssa: You don’t look too well. Maybe you should take the day off from work.Connor: I couldn’t do that. I have an important meeting to go to today.A: Do you feel OK?C: Not really. After a 12-hour flight, I’ve got a jetlag. In a top that I think I’ve got the flu.A: Why don’t you call your secretary and tell her to rechange the meeting? You should really get some rest, or you’ll end up feeling even worse than you do now.C: Could you feel my forehead and check to see if I have a fever?A: You are really hot. Let me give you some tablet and allay to run the fever down.C: OK. I’ll stay at home this morning and rest, but if I feel better in the afternoon, I’m going to attend the meeting.A: Connor! What’s that on your arm?C: I don’t know. It looks a bit red, but I’m sure it’s nothing.A: It looks like you have red rash of you! Did you allergy to anyone?C: Just cats. But I don’t think I meet any cats in the last capel of this week.A: Oh, I compactly forgot about your cat allergy. I took care of a cat from a friend of mine a few days ago. Oh, no. We’d better go to the doctor and get some medicine. Let’s go.C: Shouldn’t we make an appointment first?A: We should, but let’s just go and see if there is opening now before it gets worse.C: Whatever you said, I just want to get my meeting.C: I feel absolutely horrible. My temperature is 41 degrees Celsius, and I’ve got headache and a runny nose.A: Do you have any other symptoms?C: I’ve also got a terrible stomach-ache. Is my face still swollen?A: Just a little. Is your toothache gone now?C: Yes, for the most part. It doesn’t feel as bad as my other ailment s, anyway.A: How about your tongue? Does it still hurt?C: No, the burn ointment seemed to take affect right away. I think it’s already heal ed.A: How did you get that burn again?C: I scald ed it on the hot coffee a few days ago.A: You haven’t had much luck lately, have you?C: No, but I’m sure I’ll get better soon.A: When’s the last time you took your tablets?C: I took the red ones just before lunch and the white ones just after lunch.A: I think it’s time you took another dose of each. What would you like to drink with them? C: Just some water, please. Do you have any ointment for my nose? It feels so itchy after blowing my nose so much.A: Sure, I’ll just go and get it now. What would you like to eat? Some soup?C: That sounds good.A: Soup always makes me feel better when I’m sick. I hope it makes you feel better, too.24. Illness and DiseaseRiley: Hi Jackson. My name is Dr. Riley. What seems to be the matter?Jackson: I’ve been feeling pretty ill for a few days now.R: What are you symptom s?J: I feel chilly, I’ve got cramp s, I keep throwing up, and I feel dizzy and tired.R: It sounds like you might be a bit dehydrate d. Do you feel thirsty most of the day?J: Yes. I can’t seem to drink enough.R: Have you been drinking plenty of water?J: No, just soda.R: Ok. Well, we’ll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you’re dehydrate d. First, let me feel your pulse.J: That seems to be a bit low, but that’s not uncommon when you’re ill.R: Is anyone else sick in your home?J: No, but my girlfriend has mono.R: I see. I’ll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then. The nurse will come in then to take your blood, we’ll run some tests, and then you can go home. You should hear from us by this afternoon.J: Thanks.J: Hi, I’m here to pick up some medicine.R: Do you have the prescription with you?J: Yes, let me see… here it is.R: Ok, so that’s one prescription for some antibiotic s, is that right?J: Yes. It should be two weeks’ worth.R: Hmm… It only says one week here. Would you like me to call the doctor to confirm?J: Yes. That would be great. I’m sure she said I’d have to take the medicine for two weeks. R: Ok. You’ll have to come back in 30 minutes for that. Do you need anything else?J: Yes, I need some burn ointment, gauze, and some aspirin.R: Ok. Here you go. Do you want to pay for that all right now?J: Yes, I might as well.R: Do you have insurance?J: Yes. Here’s my card.R: You’ll just have to pay a S 5 co-payment for the antibiotic prescription then.J: How much is it all together?M: That will be S 15.75. Would you like it all in a bag?J: That’s ok. I’ll just put it all in my back packM: OK. I’ll give your doctor a call and sort out the prescription. It should be ready for you by 4:00pm.J: OK, I’ll stop by then. Thanks!M: You’re welcome.25. Healthy FoodChloe: What do you think about all the different diet s people go on?J: I don’t think dieting is good for you. It’s much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with!C: But what do you think about people who are obese? What should they do to lose weight?J: They need to eat healthy foods, but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day. They don’t have to cut out fattening food s altogether, though.C: So you think it’s ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate?J: Sure, they can eat some chocolate. As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods, there’s nothing wrong with having a small desert.C: How about drinking soda?J: Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda. Soda should be a treat; there’s simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever. If you want to lose weight and you can’t stop drinking soda, try some diet coke.C: That’s good advice. Have you ever tried taking vitamins?J: My mother used to make me take vitamins every day, but I don’t take them anymore. Vitamins are good as a supplement, but they don’t do much good if you don’t have a well-balanced diet to start.J: How do you know so much about food and dieting?C: You might not believe this, but I used to twice the size that I am now!C: Would you like to come over for dinner tonight?J: Sure, but I have to tell you that I’ve become a vegetarian. I don’t eat any kind of meat. C: When did you decide to become a vegetarian?J: I saw a program a few months ago about how animals that are raised for human consumption. I haven’t been able to eat a single piece of meat since.C: That’s great. Do you find that you eat a lot more fruit and vegetables now?J: Definitely. I’ve also been buying organic fruit and vegetables, which is more expensive, but much better for you because they don’t have any pesticides on them.C: You’ve really turned into a health nut, haven’t you?J: I guess you could say that. Eating fruit and vegetables helps keep you healthy. I’ve lost 5 pounds and I feel great!C: How do you get enough protein in your diet?J: Well, I eat a lot more tofu, beans, nut s and some fish.C: Well don’t worry about dinner. I’ll only make vegetarian dishes for you. Do you like sushi? J: I prefer cooked fish to raw fish, but if you really like it, make it.C: How about a spicy tofu and vegetable stir-fry?J: That sounds great. What time should I come over?C: Dinner will be ready at about 7:30pm, so you can come over at 7pm.J: Sounds good. See you there!26. Beauty and Cosmetics 美容化妆Addison: How can I help you?Dylan: I’d like to buy some perfume for my girlfriend.A: Do you know what kind of scent she usually wears?D: She usually doesn’t wear anything but a few drop s of Chanel No. 5. But I’d like to buy her a new fragrance.A: Ok, here are some of our most popular perfumes.D: Which one would you recommend?A: Personally, I quite like the new perfume by Clinique. It’s a subtle flowery scent. What do you think?D: That smells great. I’ll take one bottle, please.A: Would you like to buy any other cosmetic s for your girlfriend? We have a full range of product s from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizer s.D: That’s ok. She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder, and I wouldn’t know what shade to buy.A: How about some lipstick? Every woman needs a nice tube of red lipstick.D: She doesn’t usually wear lipstick. She thinks it makes her nose look too big.A: How about some mascara? That will make her eyes look bigger.D: No thank you. She has big enough eyes as it is.A: I know what she would like-- some whitening cream.D: No thanks. Western women usually try to make their skin darker, not lighter.A: Will that be all then?D: That will be all. You’ve been very helpful, thanks.D: How can I help you?A: I’m here for a facial. I made an appointment over the phone for 3:30 today.D: What’s your name?A: Addison.D: OK. Which facial would you like? We have 5 different kinds of facials.A: What would you recommend?D: Well, since it’s summer, and it looks like you’ve had quite a bit of sun, I’d recommend a summer special. It is specially suited for individual of the suns of skin.A: What does it include?D: The facial works up was a solo clamp thing.A: Does it include the facial mass in the massage?D: Yes. The stimulation mass promotes blood flow,and will full of the skin. You can also choose either to get a hand or back massages as well.A: Will you exploit the skins as well?D: Yes. We’ll also apply some of us specially day queen that will moisturize your skin, and protective it from the sun.A: That’s sounds great. I’ll have that one then.D: Ok. Just follow me.27. Shape and Fitness 健身塑形Mackenzie: I really need to lose some weight. I think I’m going to go on a diet.Daniel: I think a little exercise would do you good. Why don’t you join a fitness centre?M: What’s wrong with going on a diet? If I don’t eat much for a few weeks, I should be able to lose a few pounds.D: Combining exercise with a healthy diet is the most effective way to lose weight, but if you have to choose between exercise and a diet, exercise is the better choice.M: I hate working out. Besides, I don’t want to get too muscular.D: If you do low-impact aerobics, Pilates, or yoga, you can tone up without building up too many muscle s.M: I do like yoga. Do they have any yoga classes at your gym?D: I’m not sure, but I can look for you. If you join the gym, you can use the pool and take any of the classes you want for free.M: I didn’t know they had a swimming pool at your gym. Do you think swimming would help me lose weight?D: Sure it would. It’s an excellent form of exercise.M: Do you think I’d still have to go on a diet to lose weight?D: I’m not an expert, so I can’t tell you, but the trainers at the gym will be able to advise you on your diet and can help you come up with a fitness plan.M: That’s exactly what I need! Thanks for your help!D: And time.D: Hi, Mackenzie! What do you think of the gym?M: It’s great. The trainers have been really helpful.D: Do you want to do some work with the dumbbell s with me?M: The trainers told me to put too much pressure on my body at first, so I can only do a few repetition s.D: That’s good advice. When I first joined the gym, I ended up getting injured from exercising too much.M: After the dumbbells, let’s work with the yoga ball. It’s really good for the waistline.D: I’ve never used that before. What can you do with it?M: Personally, I like to do sit-ups on the yoga ball.D: Why don’t you just to sit-ups on the floor like most people do?M: Well, the yoga ball supports your back and can prevent injuries. Besides, you can work more muscles with it because you have to balance yourself on the ball while doing the sit-up s.D: I see. Isn’t it mainly for women?M: Don’t be silly! Men can use it, too! If you do a few of these exercises every day, I’m sure you’ll soon be able to deal with that waistline!D: Look who’s the expert now!M: The tables have turned a bit, haven’t they?D: They sure have, but to be honest, I’m glad that you’ve enjoying yourself.28. Coping with Stress 缓解压力Natalie: How come you’re still up? Shouldn’t you be asleep by now?Gavin: I’ve been having a hard time sleeping lately.N: As far as I know, insomnia is usually caused by stress. Are you stressed at all?G: Well, I’m really worried about my grades. I didn’t think this course would be so stressful. N: You’re a good student. I’m sure you can do well. What you need to do is to relax.G: You’re probably right. I just wish it were that simple. How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time?N: Taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress.G: You’re right. I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class.N: Besides, it’s not difficult to learn yoga. In fact, I can teach you a move that’s supposed to help you fall asleep! You just have to sit down like this, bend over and breathe in deeply. G: That’s fantastic. I’m going to go try that out in my room now. Good night!N: Good night, sleep tight; don’t let the bed bugs bite!G: Good morning!N: Good morning, Gave! Did you sleep well last night?G: I slept like a baby. I fell asleep right away last night, didn’t wake up once, and didn’t have any nightmare s!N: That’s great news! You look much more relaxed that you did yesterday.G: I feel much better, but I’m still worried about something.N: What’s that?G: Well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning, and I’m going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic.N: What’s that?G: Well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning, and I’m going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic.N: That’s annoying, but nothing to worry about.G: For me, traffic jam s are quite stressful, because I’m pretty impatient. How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam?N: Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset.G: OK, I’ll try that.N: Is there anything else bothering you?G: Just one more thing. A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don’t know what to do.N: Do you have any other plans this weekend?G: I’m supposed to work on a paper that’s due on Monday.N: Try not to take on more than you can handle.G: You’re right. I probably should just work on my paper. Thanks!。