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영어 Symptoms and Prevention of Pertussis, a Respiratory Disease: Q&A

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an acute respiratory disease caused by the Bordetella pertussis bacteria. It is characterized by prolonged coughing fits lasting more than 14 days, often accompanied by a 'whooping' sound, vomiting, and other severe symptoms. While the disease has a higher mortality rate among younger children, it can be effectively prevented through vaccination. Q1. What are the symptoms of pertussis? A. The incubation period for pertussis is typically 7 to 10 days (ranging from a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 21 days). Symptoms progress through three distinct stages
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-07-02 09:43
영어 How to Safely Use Toothpaste and Teeth Whiteners

In celebration of Oral Health Day on June 9th, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has provided information on the safe and effective use of over-the-counter oral products, including toothpaste and teeth whiteners. This includes guidance on proper selection, usage, and precautions. The Ministry has also produced and distributed videos titled “Proper Use of Toothpaste” and “The Story of Over-the-Counter Teeth Whiteners,” which can be viewed on the Ministry's official social media channels. Toothpaste Toothpaste is used to keep teeth white and strong, maintain oral hygiene, and prevent diseases
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-06-25 09:50
영어 If You Want to Block Insurance Agents' Calls, 'Do Not Call' Is Always Available

Blocking marketing calls from financial companies is about to become easier and more convenient. The Financial Services Commission announced on the 3rd that they have collaborated with the financial industry to expand and improve the financial sector's Do Not Call system (www.donotcall.or.kr), allowing consumers to block marketing calls from financial companies with just one click. Seventy large corporate insurance agencies (GAs) will newly participate in the 'Financial Sector Do Not Call System.' Additionally, a new feature will be introduced to report instances where marketing calls are rece
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-06-24 15:58
영어 You Must Bring ID to Hospitals and Pharmacies, or Bear Full Medical Costs

From May 20th, you must bring your ID when visiting hospitals and pharmacies. If you do not bring your ID, you will not be eligible for health insurance coverage and will have to bear the full cost of medical treatment. Acceptable forms of ID include a resident registration card, driver's license, health insurance card, passport, national veterans registration card, disability registration card, foreigner registration card, or permanent residence card. Any certificate issued by an administrative or public institution with a photo and either a resident registration number or a foreigner registr
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-06-07 08:26
영어 Drug Issues? Anytime, Anywhere with the '1342 Brave Step Center'

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety aims to help the public understand the '1342 Brave Step Center', currently operated by the Korea Anti-Drug Campaign Headquarters. By providing information in a Q&A format, they encourage anyone struggling with drug-related issues to take a courageous step and make a call. What does the phone number '1342' mean? The number '1342' is the hotline for the 'Brave Step Center', which offers 24-hour telephone counseling for drug-related issues without any time or space constraints. It signifies, "We will be with you every moment of your daily life (13: 일상) 24
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-06-03 10:50
영어 Find Various Family Services All at Once on Government24

Starting from May 15, you can find information about various family services such as family counseling, pregnancy and childbirth, and childcare provided by 244 family centers nationwide on the Government24 website. Family centers offer psychological and emotional counseling, education, pregnancy and childbirth support, and childcare services tailored to various types of families, including single-parent, multicultural families, and single-person households. There are 244 centers operating across the country. To improve accessibility to family services, the Ministry of Gender Equality and Famil
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-05-03 14:20
영어 Enjoy the Green Forests of May!

In celebration of Family Month this May, the Korea Forest Service has provided a Q&A to answer questions about enjoying forests, forest trails, and recreational facilities with the whole family. Q. With the current great weather for travel, are there any good forests to enjoy nature? A. Check out the '100 Prestigious Forests in Korea' and '50 Prestigious Forest Trails for Walking' selected by the Korea Forest Service. You can enjoy ample relaxation and leisure in these forests. Q. Are the prestigious forests always open and accessible to everyone? A. Yes, the prestigious forests are open t
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-05-02 10:14
영어 New Traditional Culture Media Art at Incheon International Airport's Terminal 1 Arrivals Hall

The National Palace Museum of Korea and the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation will unveil four new media art videos inspired by traditional Korean culture at Incheon International Airport on May 1, Wednesday. Since 2021, the National Palace Museum of Korea and the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation have maintained a media wall at Incheon International Airport to promote Korea's traditional culture to both domestic and international travelers. The media art videos will be displayed on a 150-meter-long media wall located in the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 at Incheon International Airport. This
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-05-02 10:08
영어 Mask Mandate Lifted in Hospitals Starting May 1st... COVID Transitioning from 'Alert' to 'Attention'

Starting May 1st, the COVID-19 crisis alert level will be lowered from the current 'alert' to the lowest level, 'attention'. Accordingly, the mandatory indoor mask-wearing requirement in hospitals and other medical facilities of hospital grade or higher will completely disappear. The government response organizations such as the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters and the Central Disease Control Headquarters will also be disbanded. Previously mandatory quarantine measures will now all be advisory, and the recommended criteria for quarantine of confirmed cases will be relaxe
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-05-01 13:35
영어 Over 1,000 Family Events Held at Nationwide Family Centers for 'Family Month' in May

In celebration of Family Month in May, more than 1,000 diverse family participation programs are set to take place at 244 family centers nationwide. According to the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family, each family center has prepared cultural and sports events such as "Family Fun Sports Day" (Jincheon-gun Family Center), "Family Reading Golden Bell" (Samcheok-si Family Center), and "Family Communication Music Concert" (Jeju-si Family Center). Additionally, programs promoting interaction and communication between parents and children and among couples, such as the "Parent-Child Harmony Proj
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-05-01 10:57
영어 Prevention and Management of Pollen Allergies in April

With the warm sunshine of spring comes the fragrant scent of flowers, bringing joy to many. However, for those who suffer from pollen allergies, it marks the beginning of discomfort. Let's explore the causes, symptoms, as well as effective prevention and management methods of pollen allergies to minimize discomfort and enjoy spring. Pollen allergy occurs when pollen floating in the air enters the eyes or nose, triggering an allergic reaction as the immune system mistakenly identifies it as a harmful substance. Representative trees in South Korea that cause allergies in spring include oak, alde
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-04-25 10:09
영어 Be Cautious When Purchasing Cosmetics Directly from Overseas

The Korea Food and Drug Safety Administration has stated that with the increase in overseas purchases of cosmetics and the rapid surge in the use of overseas online platforms, it is providing guidance on what consumers should be aware of when purchasing cosmetics from abroad and providing helpful information to prevent consumer harm. First, cosmetics are not pharmaceuticals, so consumers should not be misled into purchasing them by false or exaggerated claims, such as those suggesting medical effects like improvement of skin conditions, inflammation relief, or fat decomposition, often seen on
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-04-24 15:17
영어 Persistent Cough for Over 2 Weeks, with Weight Loss?

If a persistent cough lasts for more than two weeks and is accompanied by weight loss, tuberculosis symptoms may be suspected. Tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by the tuberculosis bacterium, and it is a respiratory disease transmitted through the air by coughing, sneezing, talking, etc., of active pulmonary tuberculosis patients. Currently, South Korea ranks second in tuberculosis incidence among OECD countries and has the highest mortality rate excluding COVID-19 (as of 2022), indicating a serious situation. Along with the most common symptom of tuberculosis, coughing, othe
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-04-03 09:56
영어 Establishment of 112 Reporting Foreign Language Interpretation Center, Expanded 24-Hour Operation

The National Police Agency has been operating the 112 reporting foreign language interpretation center 24 hours a day since March 18 to provide more prompt and appropriate responses than when foreign tourists, students, multicultural families, and others make 112 emergency calls. Since June 1 of last year, the National Police Agency has been providing 112 reporting foreign language interpretation services from 09:00 to 21:00 on weekdays by employing four interpreters for the most requested languages, English and Chinese. After about nine months of implementation, it was evaluated that the resp
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-04-01 09:48
영어 Housing Worries? Solve Them Here!

The "Next Generation Real Estate Trade Management System (rtms.molit.go.kr)" which provides apartment floor-by-floor transaction information, has been revamped since February to enable consumers to more accurately grasp real transaction prices. By integrating the management of apartment real transaction prices, real-time data processing has become possible, and mandatory reporters such as contracting parties can now access this information nationwide. Enhanced personal information security measures and transaction reporting history are now accessible nationwide, and additional support for conv
- 심민정 기자
- 2024-03-28 10:30

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