medical care
compound. A2 Elementary
compound. the help and treatment you get from doctors, nurses, and hospitals when you are sick or hurt.
compound. the provision of professional health services, including diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease or injury. Uncountable in its general sense.
Many people do not have access to good medical care.
After the accident, the victim received immediate medical care from the paramedics on the scene.
The government is under pressure to increase funding for medical care to address the growing needs of an aging population.
Usage
often follows verbs like 'provide', 'receive', or 'seek'.
Teaching tip
contrast with 'healthcare' (the system) and 'treatment' (the specific action); 'medical care' is a broad term for the professional attention itself.