SEOUL, Dec. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea’s adult smoking rates have climbed, reversing a years-long decline, particularly among men in their 50s and women in their 20s, according to a report released by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA). Obesity rates also surged among younger adults, while nearly half of men in their [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – With the growing popularity of e-cigarettes, South Korea is increasingly accommodating users by introducing dedicated smoking spaces, reflecting a broader shift in attitudes toward smoking alternatives. E-cigarette-exclusive lounges have emerged in places like Incheon International Airport and major commercial hubs, catering to smokers who wish to avoid the strong odors [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – Late-night anxiety over a child’s sudden high fever is a familiar scenario for many parents. Now, a new online service offers guidance on whether to monitor symptoms at home or seek immediate medical attention. Seoul National University Hospital has launched AiApa (meaning ‘my baby is sick’), an online pediatric emergency [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – Smoking and drinking among South Korean adolescents have dropped to one-third of their levels from two decades ago, according to a new report. However, concerning trends in mental health and dietary habits, including a sharp rise in skipped breakfasts, highlight the need for greater focus on youth well-being. The Korea [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study by Chung-Ang University Hospital reveals that intermittent fasting is significantly more effective than continuous calorie-restricted diets in reducing fatty liver caused by metabolic abnormalities. This condition, closely linked to obesity, high cholesterol, and diabetes, can progress to serious complications such as hepatitis, liver cancer, and cardiovascular-related deaths [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – As obesity rates surge across all age groups in South Korea, lawmakers have introduced groundbreaking legislation to address what they increasingly see as a national health emergency. Representative Park Hee-seung of the Democratic Party, a member of the National Assembly’s Health and Welfare Committee, announced today the introduction of the [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean health authorities have issued an official notice to medical institutions urging caution in prescribing Wegovy, a recently introduced weight-loss medication, amid concerns over its indiscriminate prescription. According to medical sources on November 15, the Ministry of Health and Welfare distributed a notice titled “Cooperation Request Regarding Prescription of [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – Diabetes, once primarily associated with older adults, is increasingly affecting younger South Koreans, with an estimated 308,000 people in their 20s and 30s living with the condition, according to new data. The Korean Diabetes Association, ahead of World Diabetes Day on November 14, released its “Diabetes Fact Sheet 2024″ revealing [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 31 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea’s dental implant exports have reached a historic milestone, surpassing $650 million this year, according to data released by the Korea Customs Service on October 30. Export figures for the January-September period reached $653 million, marking a 17.4% increase compared to the same period last year and setting a [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) has discovered an illicit trade of prescription ADHD medications through social media platforms, raising concerns about drug abuse among students. In a joint operation with police conducted from July to September, the NIS identified 37 chat rooms on Telegram and X (formerly Twitter) dedicated [...]