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This acronym is made up of two different words, but it's not common to just call
someone an "OB" or a "GYN". If you want to specifically talk about a
"gynecologist" or an "obstetrician", use the whole word.
61. "EMT"
When you call an ambulance, the people who show up are "EMT"s. They are not
doctors, but they're trained to respond to a variety of emergency medical
situations.
You might also hear the acronym "EMS", which stands for "Emergency medical
service".
62. "CPR"
(Cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
"CPR" is a technique that you can use if someone's heart has stopped and
they've stopped breathing. The technique involves pressing on someone's chest
several times, and then breathing into their mouth.
63. "STD"
64. "HIV/AIDS"
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