National Cancer Center Archives

Sharing Razors can Increase Risk of Hepatitis C Transmission

SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – Sharing razors with others can raise the possibility of contracting the hepatitis C virus (HCV) by up to 3.3 times, according to a recent study. Piercing, tattooing and having multiple sex partners also raised the infection rate by up to six times. HCV is contracted via blood and body fluids, [...]

Cancer Rate in Korea Drops for the First Time in Twelve Years

SEOUL, Dec. 24 (Korea Bizwire) — The overall cancer rate in South Korea dropped for the first time in twelve years according to a report published by the Ministry of Health & Welfare and National Cancer Center. Lee Kang Hyun, president of the National Cancer Center said that this optimistic figure might be owing to [...]