Key Words and Definitions
1. Routine check-ups: Medical check-ups done regularly even if there are no symptoms,
to make sure everything is fine or to detect problems early.
2. Prevention: Actions taken to avoid diseases or health complications.
3. Early detection: Finding a disease at its beginning, when it is easier to treat and cure.
4. Quality of life: A person’s general well-being, including physical and mental health,
and being able to do daily activities without problems.
5. Life stages: Phases a person goes through from birth to old age: childhood,
adolescence, adulthood, and elderly stage.
6. Chronic diseases: Illnesses that last a long time, like diabetes, high blood pressure, or
some types of cancer.
7. Medical control: Visits and check-ups with a health professional to monitor health and
get guidance.
8. Blood test: A test that studies the blood to see how the body is working and to detect
diseases.
9. Vaccines: Medicines given to protect the body from viruses or bacteria that cause
diseases.
10. Autonomy: A person’s ability to take care of themselves and make their own
decisions, especially important in old age.
11. General check-up: Complete review of health status including questions, physical
exams, and lab tests.
12. Diagnosis: Identifying a disease or health problem based on symptoms and medical
tests.
13. Risk factors: Things that increase the chance of getting a disease, like smoking, poor
diet, or family history.
14. Pap smear (PAP): A test done on women to detect cervical cancer or infections.
15. Mammogram: An X-ray of the breasts to detect lumps or signs of breast cancer early.
16. Blood pressure: The force that blood exerts on the walls of the arteries; it must be
checked to avoid hypertension.
17. Healthy habits: Practices like eating well, exercising, and sleeping properly to take
care of health.
18. Preventive consultation: Visiting a doctor before getting sick, to get advice and
regular check-ups.