The problems of linguistic training of sailors as factor of improper medical care

This article considers role of professional English in improving level of medical and sanitary safety on board of seagoing crafts. The particular attention is paid to necessity of training seamen in specialized medical and hygiene terminology in English needed for correct understanding of international protocols of initial care, maintaining health records and interacting with telemedicine services. The emphasis is made on integration of linguistic training with requirements of international standards of safety and health protection of seamen.