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Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。
- Are you familiar with the terms “acid reflux” or “heartburn”?
- Do you know what dementia is?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。
- connect /kuh-NEKT/
- prescription /pri-SKRIP-shuhn/
- prove /proov/
- limit /LIM-it/
- warn /wawrn/
[verb] – to join or be joined with something else
The new bridge will connect the two sides of the city over the river.
[noun] – a piece of paper on which a doctor writes the details of the medicine or drugs that someone needs
After the doctor’s appointment, I went to the pharmacy to pick up my prescription.
[verb] – to show that something is true
The scientist conducted experiments to prove the hypothesis.
[noun] – the greatest amount, number, or level of something that is either possible or allowed
The speed limit on this road is 50 miles per hour.
[verb] – to make someone realize a possible danger or problem, especially one in the future
The weather forecast warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the area.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
Many Americans use proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for heartburn and acid reflux. But recent research connects these drugs to higher risks of kidney failure, stroke, early death, and maybe dementia. A study in the Neurology journal says people over 45 who used PPIs for four years had a 33% higher dementia risk.This study looked at 5,700 people aged 45 to 64 without dementia. It suggests a link between long-term PPI use and dementia risk. PPIs reduce stomach acid and help with acid reflux. They’re sold without a prescription but have risks. The study doesn’t prove direct cause-and-effect, but it shows a need for more study. It found that over 4.4 years of PPI use meant a higher dementia risk. Even with limits like once-a-year medication reports, the study suggests talking to a doctor about other options if using PPIs long-term. Antacids, H2 blockers, diet changes, and weight loss might help. This study warns about using PPIs for a long time and says to be careful and talk to a doctor.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- Recent research has confirmed that PPIs are completely safe and have no associated health risks.
- The study recommends considering alternative options for managing heartburn and acid reflux, such as antacids, H2 blockers, diet changes, and weight loss.
- PPIs have been proven to be the sole cause of kidney failure, stroke, and early death in individuals using them.
- The study serves as a warning about the potential risks of extended PPI use and underscores the need for caution and medical consultation.
- The study suggests that PPIs should be used without any consideration of potential risks or side effects.
Fill in the blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| connect | prescription | prove | limit | warn |
- Make sure to follow the instructions on the ____________ for the correct dosage and usage of the medication.
- There is a _____ to how much weight this elevator can carry safely.
- Her speech was able to _______ with the audience on a deeply emotional level.
- The signs on the beach ______ visitors about the strong currents in the water.
- His success in the competition ______ his dedication and hard work.