Problems with Medical Rules in Canada and Australia

Introduction

This report talks about two problems with medical rules. One problem is in Canada. One problem is in Australia.

Main Body

In Alberta, Canada, some patients need surgery in other countries. The government will not pay for this. The government says patients need a diagnosis in Canada first. But Canada does not have the right machines for some tests. Now, patients must ask people for money online to pay for their health. In Australia, a doctor named Charlie Teo has problems. A group said his work was not good. He did dangerous brain surgeries. He did not explain the risks well to his patients. Now, he cannot work alone in Australia. Dr. Teo must get permission from another expert doctor to work. Because of this, he now works in other countries. He works in Cambodia, China, and Spain.

Conclusion

Medical rules are sometimes too strict. This makes patients pay a lot of money or makes doctors leave their country.

Learning

🌏 Where is it?

In English, we use in before countries and cities. Look at these examples from the text:

  • in Canada
  • in Australia
  • in Alberta
  • in Cambodia
  • in China
  • in Spain

The Rule: Place \rightarrow Use "in"


🛠️ Simple Action Words (Present Tense)

When we talk about facts or things that happen usually, we use a simple form. Notice how the words change for one person:

Many People/ThingsOne Person (He/She/It)Example from Text
paypaysPatients pay money.
needneedsSome patients need surgery.
workworksHe now works in Spain.

Tip: Just add an -s when talking about one person (like Dr. Teo)!

Vocabulary Learning

report (n.)
a written statement giving information about something
Example:She wrote a report about her trip.
problem (n.)
a situation that is difficult or causes worry
Example:The car had a problem and stopped.
medical (adj.)
relating to health and doctors
Example:She went to a medical clinic.
rules (n.)
instructions that tell how to act
Example:The school has many rules.
doctor (n.)
a person who helps people stay healthy
Example:The doctor checked my blood pressure.
dangerous (adj.)
likely to cause harm
Example:The cliff was dangerous to climb.
risk (n.)
the chance of something bad happening
Example:There is a risk of getting sick.
permission (n.)
a formal agreement to do something
Example:I need permission to leave early.
strict (adj.)
very firm or demanding
Example:The teacher is strict about homework.
country (n.)
a nation with its own government
Example:I want to visit a new country.