CPR is an effective form of first aid     1     (give) to the victim whose heart stops. Doing it can increase the chance of the victim’s     2     (survive). So knowing CPR can be a real lifesaver.

How to give CPR? There are     3     (simple) three steps. Firstly, roll the victim onto his back and do chest compression ( 按压).     4     this way, it keeps blood flowing to the brain, heart and other organs. To perform the compression, place one hand over     5     other and press firmly on the victim’s chest many times in a row,     6     (push)at least 2 inches deep on every compression. Then after compressions     7    (complete), check the air way     8     (see)whether the person is breathing. If not, perform mouth-to-mouth rescue breathing,     9    helps to move the oxygen down into the victim’s lung. And chest compression should start again right after the two breaths are given.

Learn CPR, for you never know when you might need     10    . And it feels good to know that you could help in case of emergency.

Britain's National Health Service will be offering a traditional Chinese acupuncture(针灸疗法） to treat back pain.This is the first time it     1     (approve)officially.

The National Institute for Clinical Excellent,however,says there is     2    (evident)that acupuncture may be    3    (effect)than expensive X-rays or injections,so patients who have been     4    (suffer)for over six weeks should be given a choice.As an alternative to acupuncture,patients will be able to choose either a course of spinal manipulation(脊椎推拿），    5    special exercise sessions.

In the UK,acupuncture is regarded     6    a complementary（辅助的） treatment,which is the term given to a medical procedure    7     hasn't gone through the strict trials by which scientists prove some treatments work.

Some are still skeptical about the effectiveness of acupuncture.Research from the US earlier this month found that simulated(模拟的） acupuncture    8    (use)toothpicks(牙签）could be as good as using real    9    (needle).So while some are yet to be convinced,back pain sufferers will be hoping that acupuncture is     10    (benefit)to their health and helps get them feeling mobile again.

Acupuncture, an ancient Chinese medical practice, has been the remedy(治疗法) for patients for thousands of years.     1     modern medicine came to life, ancient Chinese used stone tools to relieve pain. Over time, this practice evolved into a comprehensive medical system and     2     (shape) the root of acupuncture.

Acupuncture is a treatment that aims to promote the body’s self-regulating functions. Its therapeutic(治疗的) principles are in line     3     the philosophical concepts of traditional Chinese medicine,     4     emphasizes meridian adjustment, balance of bodily functions and overall physiological well-being.

Practices can vary in forms,     5     (include) needle insertion, cupping and scraping. Needle insertion, the most common method, is carried out by inserting hair-thin needles into meridians. Practitioners lift and rotate(转动) needles     6     (unblock) the flow of energy: restore yin and yang balance; and stimulate the body’s potential to heal     7     (it).

Looking beyond China, acupuncture has become a global therapy. Over the years, acupuncture     8     (see) many advancements in scientific research and modern medicine. According to a 2019 WHO report, acupuncture is used in 113 of its 120 member countries, illustrating its widespread     9     (recognize) and application.

As an ancient Chinese medical practice with     10     rich history and deep cultural significance, acupuncture is an embodiment(体现) of profound cultural heritage and a holistic path to healing.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Li Wenliang.

Dr. Li Wenliang, one of the eight "whistleblowers" who tried     1     (warn) fellow medics of     2    novel coronavirus, when it first emerged in Wuhan, died early on Friday. Wuhan Central Hospital     3     (confirm) in a statement released on     4     (it) official Weibo account. " Li Wenliang was     5     (fortunate) infected with coronavirus during his work in the fight     6    the disease, the statement read,     7     (add) “ He died at 2:58 a.m. on February 7 after attempts to resuscitate(使苏醒)were unsuccessful.”

“After emergency treatment, Li Wenliang passed away.” the Central Hospital of Wuhan announced on Weibo, China's version of Twitter. "We deeply regret his     8     (die).

Dr. Li is a hero,     9    will live in our hearts forever. May God bless all the doctors and     10     (nurse) fighting on the front line.

Lin Qiaozhi, a specialist in women’s diseases, lived from 1901 to 1983. She was very busy in her chosen career,     1       (travel) abroad to study as well as writing books and articles. Among them was a small book explaining how to cut the death rate from having and caring for babies. She gave some simple     2       (rule) to follow for keeping babies clean, healthy and free from sickness. This book     3       (intend) for women in the countryside in case that they could not reach a doctor when they had     4     emergency.

It was very difficult for a woman     5     (get) medical training at that time when girls' education was always placed second     6     boys’. However, it was hard work and determination as well as her gentle nature that got her into medical school.     7     made her succeed later on was the kindness and     8       (consider) she showed to all her patients. There was story after story of how Lin Qiaozhi, tired after a day’s work, went late at night to deliver a baby for a poor family who could not pay her.

Lin Qiaozhi chose not to have a family of     9     (she) own. Instead, she made sure that about 50,000 babies were     10       (safe) delivered.