想聊就聊-1.05.1检查身体

D: Hi, Mr. Smith. I'm doctor Hawkins. Why are you here today?

S: I found it would be a good idea to get a check-up.

D: Yes, well, You haven't had one for 5 years. You should have one every year.

S: I know. I figure as long as there is nothing worng, why go see the doctor?

D: Well, the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early. So try to come at least once a year for your own good.

S: Ok.

D: Let me see here. Your eyes and ears look fine. Take a deep breath¹, please. Do you smoke, Mr.Smith?

S: Yes.

D: Smoking² is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease³, you know. You really should quit.

S: I've tried hundreds of times, but I just can't seem to kick the habbit.

D: Well, we have classes and some medications that might help. I'll give you more information before you leave.

S: Ok, thanks doctor.

1 breath   

n.呼吸，气息，微风，迹象，精神，一种说话的声音

参考例句：

• I'm just going out for a breath of fresh air.我正要出去呼吸新鲜空气。
• While climbing up the stairs the old man always loses his breath.那老人上楼时总是气喘吁吁的。

2 smoking   

n.吸烟，抽烟；冒烟

参考例句：

• He was wise to give up smoking.他戒烟是明智的。
• He has decided to cut out smoking and drinking.他已决心戒烟、戒酒。

3 disease   

n.疾病，弊端

参考例句：

• The doctors are trying to stamp out the disease.医生正在尽力消灭这种疾病。
• He fought against the disease for a long time.他同疾病做了长时间的斗争。