Latest stories

  • OET Reading Poll 1C4

    Women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome may have an increased risk of attempting suicide, research suggests. PCOS is a common health condition thought to affect about 1 in 10 women in the UK, although many cases are undiagnosed. The condition can cause irregular periods, acne, obesity, and cysts in the ovaries among other symptoms, with the […] More

  • OET Reading Poll 1C3

    Remarkably, 2 months after antidepressant discontinuation, Ms Adrian started experiencing menstrual irregularity and hair growth. Ten months later, MDD recurred. During the next 4 years, she was on treatment with escitalopram at 20 mg/d and remained symptom-free. Meanwhile, she achieved notable menstrual cycle improvement and reduction in hirsutism. As Ms Adrian was feeling well, she […] More

  • Listening Gaps 03

    Listen to the audio multiple times. Write the missing words / phrases on your notebook. Check the answers. Patients are increasingly seeking to have their healthcare needs met without coming into an office, and there’s a strong possibility that non visit care will become the rule rather than the (1) ______________________. I’m Jan Dean and […] More

  • OET Reading Poll 1C2

    In 2003, Ms Adrian presented for treatment of MDD (Major Depressive Disorder). Escitalopram—a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, not an oral contraceptive pill—was administered at 5 mg/d, with the dosage reaching 20 mg/d in 3 weeks. After 4 weeks of treatment, she experienced clinically significant depressive symptomatic relief.  Remission was achieved in 8 weeks. Over the […] More

  • OET Reading Poll 1C1

    Ms Adrian had a 26-year history of PCOS, characterized by oligomenorrhea or amenorrhea, hirsutism, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries, confirmed by several laboratory tests and ultrasound. Twenty years ago, her gynaecologist suggested lifestyle changes such as exercises, nutritional guidance, low doses of oral contraceptive pills, cosmetic therapy, and laser therapy for hirsutism. With the use of […] More

  • OET Listening 15 – Ray Sands, Jake Venter

    Occupational English Test This test has three parts. In each part you’ll hear a number of different extracts. At the start of each extract, you’ll hear this sound: –beep– You’ll have time to read the questions before you hear each extract and you’ll hear each extract ONCE ONLY. Complete your answers as you listen. At […] More

  • Eform 1

    [ipt_fsqm_f [ipt_eform_lb_form form_id=”5″ appearance='{“avatar”:true,”avatar_size”:”64″,”name”:true,”date”:true,”score”:true,”max_score”:true,”percentage”:true,”comment”:false,”heading”:true,”image”:true,”meta”:true,”rank”:true,”time”:true}’ lname=”Name” ldate=”Date” lscore=”Score” lmax_score=”Out of” lpercentage=”Percentage” lcomment=”Remarks” lrank=”Rank” ltime=”Time”][/ipt_eform_lb_form] orm id=”5″] More

  • OET Listening 1 – Martin Rush, Sally Winter, Mark, Bruce

    Part A | Extract 1 – Questions 1 – 12 Name: Martin Rush Symptoms Troubled by severe (1) _______________ (especially after meals) Brings up (2) _______________. Frequent belching and burping. Constantly feels (3) _______________. Pain on (4) _______________. Discomfort when lying down (especially at night). No sickness or diarrhea. Management of condition Taking (5) ____________________________ […] More

  • If this is a Man – Primo Levi

    If This Is a Man by Primo Levi (published in 1947) is a memoir recounting the author’s harrowing experiences in Auschwitz, the Nazi concentration camp, during World War II. Levi, an Italian-Jewish chemist, was captured by the Fascist militia and deported to Auschwitz in 1944. The book explores themes of survival, dehumanization, memory, and the […] More

  • Hedda Gabler – Henrik Ibsen

    Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler is a striking portrayal of a complex woman struggling against societal norms and her personal dissatisfaction. At the center of the play is Hedda, a character marked by contradictions—she is both manipulative and vulnerable, powerful yet confined. Ibsen masterfully crafts a narrative that delves deep into themes of power, control, gender […] More

  • German Pronunciation

    German pronunciation follows a set of fairly consistent rules. Here are some key rules, along with examples to illustrate each one: More

  • OET Gaps 07

    Play the audio and fill in the missing words and phrases. This is not a test. You can replay the audio several times. Welcome to the Health Matters podcast. Joining me today is Doctor Don Steflin, and together we’ll be looking at PTSD. It’s a pleasure to have you over, doctor Stephlin. Thank you for […] More

Load More
Congratulations. You've reached the end of the internet.