Learning how to talk about health problems is an important part of everyday English, especially for young learners and ESL students. Our health problems worksheets are designed to help students build vocabulary, understand common symptoms, and learn how to describe how they feel. With activities like matching, fill-in-the-blanks, multiple choice, and picture-based tasks, these worksheets make learning about health both practical and fun. Perfect for classroom use, home learning, or health-themed lessons!
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Matching Health Problems Worksheet
1. Match the pictures with the expressions on the following page. Write the letters in the circles.
2. Match the picture to the correct word.
3. Draw a line to match each health problem with the thing we should do to avoid it.
4. Read the sentence and match it to the correct picture.
Fill in the Blanks Health Problems Worksheet
1. Read each sentence carefully. Use the clues to guess the correct health problem and write your answer in the blank space.
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Task 1: Work in pairs. Decide which of the verbs below go with the sets of nouns. Can you add any more nouns?
Task 2: What advice would you give to people with the following health problems? Take turns to ask for and give advice.
3. Read the list of health problems below. Then sort each one into the correct category: common or serious.
Circle the Correct Health Problems Worksheet
1. Read each question carefully. Choose the correct health problem that matches the symptoms.
2. Look at each health problem. Then read the three options. Circle the one thing that is the best response.
3. Look at the pictures and circle the correct words.
Health Problems Word Search Worksheet
Find the hidden health problems in the puzzle. Circle the correct answer when you find it.
Answer key:
Cut and Paste Health Problems Worksheet
Cut the boxes and stick them under the right picture.
Discussing Health Problems Worksheet
Discuss the questions below:
What health problems do the people in the photos have?
What can they do to get better?
Have you ever had any of these health problems?
Understanding Health Problems
What Are Health Problems?
Health problems are issues that affect a person’s body or mind and make them feel unwell. They can be mild, like a cough or headache, or more serious, like asthma or diabetes. Many health problems are temporary, while others may require long-term care.
For students, especially ESL learners, it’s important to know how to talk about these issues. Whether it’s telling a teacher they feel sick or understanding advice from a doctor, being able to describe a health problem is a key communication skill.
Health problems can include:
- Common illnesses like a cold or flu
- Pain and discomfort like a stomachache or headache
- Allergies such as sneezing or itchy eyes
- Emotional health issues like feeling sad or tired
Why Teach Health Vocabulary to Students?
Teaching health-related vocabulary helps students express how they feel and understand what others say about being sick or staying healthy. It builds confidence, safety, and real-life communication skills.
Here’s why health vocabulary is important:
- Helps students describe how they feel – e.g., “I have a sore throat.”
- Prepares them for real-life situations – school, home, or the doctor’s office
- Supports safety and self-care – students learn when to ask for help
- Builds everyday vocabulary – these words come up in daily conversations
- Encourages healthy habits – discussing health problems leads to learning about prevention
Using fun activities like flashcards, matching games, and visual worksheets can make learning this vocabulary simple and engaging.
Common Health Problem Words to Learn
Here are some beginner-friendly health problems to teach and review through worksheets:
🤧 Illnesses & Symptoms:
- Cold
- Flu
- Fever
- Cough
- Sore throat
🤕 Pain:
- Headache
- Stomachache
- Toothache
- Earache
🌼 Allergies & Skin Issues:
- Allergy
- Rash
- Sneezing
- Itchy eyes
😟 Feelings & Emotions:
- Tired
- Sad
- Nervous
- Sleepy