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Hospital Janitors Behind Efforts to Battle Coronavirus

SEOUL, July 20 (Korea Bizwire) — Six months have passed since the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in South Korea. The ceaseless effort from medical staff nationwide has resulted in a relatively low number of infections and lower fatality rate in the country compared to many of its peers. Among the many unsung heroes [...]

After Years of Criticism, Working Conditions of Apartment Janitors Finally Begin to Improve

SEOUL, May 18 (Korea Bizwire) – Following years of criticism against the poor working conditions suffered by apartment janitors, who sometimes work up to fifteen hours per day, efforts to improve the situation are being reported across the country. A number of supportive measures at both the city and district level include a subsidy for construction [...]