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The problems of linguistic training of sailors as factor of improper medical care

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This article considers role of professional English in improving level of medical and sanitary safety on board of seagoing crafts. The particular attention is paid to necessity of training seamen in specialized medical and hygiene terminology in English needed for correct understanding of international protocols of initial care, maintaining health records and interacting with telemedicine services. The emphasis is made on integration of linguistic training with requirements of international standards of safety and health protection of seamen.

Source: Problems of Social Hygiene Public Health and History of Medicine

DOI: 10.32687/0869-866x-2026-34-5-1323-1329

Authors: T. N. Timchenko, N. S. Lebedeva

Institution: Admiral Ushakov State Maritime University

Language: Russian

Topic: Interpreting and Communication in Healthcare

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7224230033