ESSAY INFORMATION:
Written by: Xuân Phi, 10/06/2024
Supported by: Ex-BC Examiner, 11/06/2024
Question: Some people think that living in big cities is bad for people’s health.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
(IELTS Academic – 08/06/2024)
ANSWER (8.0+):
It is sometimes asserted that life in a major urban areas is detrimental to citizens’ well-being. I largely agree with this assertion given the air pollution and fast pace of life that they have to endure even though medical advancements might be more approachable in metropolises.
The foremost rationale why I believe the city environment negatively influences people’s health is the air quality. Air pollution in major cities can be attributed to various sources, ranging from noxious emissions from personal vehicles to particle matters from ongoing constructions. These pollutants are scientifically proven to not only cause immediate inconveniences but also perennial respiratory diseases such as rhinitis and lung cancer.
Another reason for my belief that dwelling in cities is negative to health lies in the lifestyle in these regions. Specifically, citizens generally embrace a much faster way of living as a consequence of job competitiveness and price hikes, leading to a reduced amount of time for exercise and relaxation. If this condition is prolonged, they are likely to experience both physical and mental health problems including burnout, stroke or depression.
However, I acknowledge that the availability of advanced treatments in metropolises can enhance people’s wellbeing. An illustrative example in this case is Hanoi, the second largest city in Vietnam. Over the years, the city council has invested heavily in improving healthcare infrastructure which encompasses major hospitals and regional clinics, allowing Hanoians to enjoy effective treatments, frequent health checks for potential disease prevention and an overall improved health condition.
In conclusion, I am mostly in agreement with the idea that the general well-being of people is negatively affected by living in major metropolises considering the harmful air pollutants and increased pace of lifestyle despite the abundance of healthcare services. That is why governments should execute immediate measures, such as relocating factories and governmental offices, to encourage people to reside in the countryside or small cities to maintain more robust health.
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WORD LIST
| ENGLISH | TIẾNG VIỆT |
| Fast pace of life | Nhịp sống nhanh |
| Medical advancements | Tiến bộ y tế |
| Noxious emissions | Khí thải độc hại |
| Immediate inconveniences | Những bất tiện trước mắt mà |
| Perennial respiratory diseases | Bệnh hô hấp lâu năm |
| A reduced amount of time for exercise and relaxation | Giảm thời gian tập thể dục và thư giãn |
| The availability of advanced treatments | Sự sẵn có của các phương pháp điều trị tiên tiến |
| Healthcare infrastructure | Cơ sở hạ tầng y tế |
| Potential disease prevention | Phòng ngừa bệnh tật tiềm ẩn |
| General well-being | Sức khỏe chung |
| Maintain robust health | Duy trì sức khỏe tốt |
