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Utah becomes first state to ban fluoride in public water

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could change something about the water in your area, what would it be and why? Why do you think people might disagree about adding things like fluoride to water? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prohibit /pruh-HIB-it/ [verb] – to officially forbid something The law prohibits smoking inside restaurants to protect public health. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make something stronger or more effective Exercise strengthens muscles and keeps the body healthy. decay /dih-KAY/ [noun] – the process of becoming damaged or destroyed over time Too much sugar can…
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Measles outbreak in West Texas exceeds 150 cases

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outbreak /OUT-breyk/ [noun] – a sudden start or increase of something, especially a disease or something dangerous The outbreak of food poisoning forced the restaurant to close for inspection. exceed /ik-SEED/ [verb] – to go beyond a particular number, amount, or limit The temperature will exceed 40 degrees Celsius during the heatwave. infected /in-FECT-ed/ [adjective] – contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens She cleaned the infected cut with antiseptic to stop the spread of bacteria. transmit /trans-MIT/ [verb] – to pass a disease or infection from one person to another, usually through direct or…
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Measles outbreak in West Texas exceeds 150 cases

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What’s the first thing you do when you’re not feeling well? How do you think people’s daily lives might change during a health outbreak? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. emerge /ih-MURJ/ [verb] – to become visible or known, often suddenly or unexpectedly The truth about the mysterious disease emerged after scientists conducted extensive research. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, point, or make clear in another way The map indicates the fastest route to the nearest hospital. rate /reyt/ [noun] – the amount or number of times it happens or…
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Measles outbreak in West Texas exceeds 150 cases

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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 heard of measles before? Do you think it’s important for people to get vaccinated to prevent diseases? 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。 confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to state or show that something is true or correct The doctor will confirm the test results tomorrow. recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] – happening or starting not long ago The news talked about a recent earthquake in Japan. urgent /UR-juhnt/ [adjective] – needing quick action or attention She sent an urgent message about the storm. necessary /NES-uh-ser-ee/ [adjective] – needed or…
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FDA warns against rising nitrous oxide misuse linked to injuries

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©(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think social media can influence people to try risky things? What do you think people can do to stay safe when they hear about new trends or popular products? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. colorful /KUHL-er-fuhl/ [adjective] – having bright or varied colors The children’s toys came in colorful boxes to attract their attention. blood pressure /bluhd PRESH-er/ [noun] – the force at which blood moves through the body’s blood vessels Doctors recommend regular exercise to help control blood pressure. unconsciousness /uhn-KAAN-shuh-snuhs/…
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FDA warns against rising nitrous oxide misuse linked to injuries

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©(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, 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。 Have you ever seen a product that looked fun but turned out to be harmful? Do you think colorful packaging can make a product seem less dangerous? 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。 rise /rahyz/ [noun] – an increase in size, number, or degree There has been a rise in online shopping since the pandemic began. patient /PEY-shuhnt/ [noun] – a person who is receiving medical care or who is cared for by a particular doctor or dentist when necessary The doctor asked her…
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FDA warns against rising nitrous oxide misuse linked to injuries

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©(AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. induce /in-DOOS/ [verb] – to cause something to happen or exist Prolonged screen exposure can induce eye strain, resulting in discomfort and headaches. disclaimer /dis-KLEY-mer/ [noun] – a statement that denies responsibility or warns against possible risks The fitness app included disclaimers advising users to consult a doctor before starting intense workout routines. inhalation /in-huh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of breathing something in Firefighters are trained to minimize smoke inhalation during emergency rescues. ambiguous /am-BIG-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – unclear or having more than one possible meaning The teacher’s ambiguous instructions left students…
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