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CDC website update sparks concern over vaccine safety messaging

2025年12月3日

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©(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. autism /AW-tiz-uhm/ [noun] – a developmental condition that affects communication and behavior A health organization said recent reports about autism were not supported by scientific evidence. consensus /kuhn-SEN-suhs/ [noun] – general agreement among a group of people Scientists reached a consensus that the new treatment is safe for most patients. conclusion /kuhn-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – a final judgment or decision based on evidence The committee announced its conclusion that more safety tests were needed. dismiss /dis-MIS/ [verb] – to decide that something is not important, true, or worth considering The board dismissed…
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CDC website update sparks concern over vaccine safety messaging

2025年12月3日

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©(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How would you feel if a website suddenly changed important information without explanation? Why do you think clear communication from health organizations is important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. statement /STEYT-muhnt/ [noun] – something that someone says or writes to express an idea or fact The school released a statement saying the building would be closed for repairs. established /ih-STAB-lisht/ [adjective] – already accepted or recognized because it has existed or been used for a long time The museum followed established rules for handling historical…
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CDC website update sparks concern over vaccine safety messaging

2025年12月3日

CDC

©(AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, file) 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。 Do you usually trust health information you see on websites? Do you check more than one source when you see surprising news online? 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。 update /uhp-DEYT/ [noun] – a change or addition that makes something more current The school website posted an update about the new class schedule. claim /kleym/ [noun] – a statement that something is true, even if it is not proven The reporter made a claim that the story was based on real events. misleading /mis-LEE-ding/…
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Health agencies warn families after contamination confirmed in infant formula

2025年12月2日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you think about product safety? What challenges do you imagine people face when trying to stay informed about safety issues? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. toxin /TOK-sin/ [noun] – harmful substance produced by living things that can cause illness Scientists found a dangerous toxin in some fish from the polluted lake. failure /FEYL-yer/ [noun] – lack of success or the act of not doing something correctly The failure to check the equipment caused delays in the factory. contamination /kuhn-tam-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making…
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Health agencies warn families after contamination confirmed in infant formula

2025年12月2日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. botulism /BOCH-uh-liz-uhm/ [noun] – a serious illness caused by toxins from certain bacteria Doctors treated a rare case of botulism linked to homemade fermented fish. scrutiny /SKROOT-n-ee/ [noun] – careful and detailed examination The new airport project faced public scrutiny because of concerns about cost and safety. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and large increase Hospitals reported a surge in flu cases after winter temperatures dropped sharply. debilitating /duh-BI-luh-tay-tuhng/ [adjective] – causing weakness or reducing the ability to function A debilitating virus spread through the community and left many people too weak to work. consequential…
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Health agencies warn families after contamination confirmed in infant formula

2025年12月2日

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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。 Have you ever heard news about a product being unsafe? Do you think clear information is important during a health problem? 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。 case /keys/ [noun] – a situation or event of a particular type, especially an example of illness or a problem The clinic reported several cases of the flu after a cold week in January. recall /ri-KAWL/ [noun] – an official request to return a product because it may be unsafe The company announced a recall of its snacks after plastic pieces were…
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Rural health center in New Hampshire closes amid Medicaid cuts

2025年12月1日

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©(AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think small towns might have more challenges when it comes to health care? What do you think makes a community feel safe and supported when someone gets sick? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reduction /ri-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of making something smaller or less The school made several reductions in activities because of limited money. shortage /SHAWR-tij/ [noun] – a lack of something that is needed There was a teacher shortage at the local school last year. saving /SEY-ving/ [noun] – money…
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Rural health center in New Hampshire closes amid Medicaid cuts

2025年12月1日

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©(AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. volatility /vahl-uh-TIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a situation that changes quickly and unpredictably The economic volatility made it difficult for small businesses to plan for the future. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – an interruption that stops something from working normally Internet disruptions in the area made it hard for students to join online classes. dependence /dih-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – the state of needing or relying on something or someone The town’s dependence on one factory made the community vulnerable when it closed. ramification /ram-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a result or consequence, especially one that is not obvious…
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