Medical care: meaning, definitions and examples

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medical care

 

[ ˈmɛdɪkəl kɛr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

health services

Medical care refers to the professional services provided by healthcare providers to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. It includes services such as consultations, examinations, surgeries, and medications.

Synonyms

healthcare, medical services, medical treatment

Examples of usage

  • Access to quality medical care is essential for maintaining good health.
  • Many people struggle to afford medical care in some parts of the world.

Translations

Translations of the word "medical care" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cuidados médicos

🇮🇳 चिकित्सा देखभाल

🇩🇪 medizinische Versorgung

🇮🇩 perawatan medis

🇺🇦 медична допомога

🇵🇱 opieka medyczna

🇯🇵 医療ケア

🇫🇷 soins médicaux

🇪🇸 atención médica

🇹🇷 tıbbi bakım

🇰🇷 의료 서비스

🇸🇦 الرعاية الطبية

🇨🇿 lékařská péče

🇸🇰 zdravotná starostlivosť

🇨🇳 医疗护理

🇸🇮 zdravstvena oskrba

🇮🇸 læknisþjónusta

🇰🇿 медициналық көмек

🇬🇪 სამედიცინო დახმარება

🇦🇿 tibbi yardım

🇲🇽 atención médica

Etymology

The concept of medical care dates back to ancient civilizations where healers and physicians provided remedies for various ailments. Over time, medical care has evolved with advancements in science and technology, leading to more sophisticated treatments and improved healthcare outcomes.