An Interview of the Chosun University Hospital Director
With the help of Namhee Cho’s translation, we discover the planned development of Chosun University Hospital and the prospects this has for Gwangju and South Jeolla cities
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Tricky Science, Real Risk
Long time frames are just one major complexity with pinpointing the scientific relationship between the climate and its long-term effects on our health
Stomach Cancer in Korea
Jessica Keralis investigates the why Koreans are experiencing higher rates of stomach cancer than other countries. Could it really be the kimchi?
Public Health Hindsight: How Well Did Korea Handle its MERS Outbreak?
Opinion varies on the Korean government’s response to the MERS outbreak in June, but many agree that responsibility was not carried out.
United Nations Declares South Korea’s Mandatory HIV Testing for Foreigners Is Racial Discrimination
United Nations Declares South Korea’s Mandatory HIV Testing for Foreigners Is Racial Discrimination South Korea has come under fire in recent years for its treatment of immigrants, migrant workers and … Read More
Worked to Death: The Dangers to Health from Overwork
Working too many hours? Find out what that can do to your mental and physical health and take care of you.
Protect Yourself: Fight Mis-Diagnosis
Here are some tips on avoiding misdiagnosis in Korean healthcare and not getting overly stressed over illnesses.
HIV in Korea: A Tangled Mess of Law, Stigma, and Bad Public Health
Having HIV in Korea can be difficult for locals and foreigners alike.