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Foods that may help prevent Alzheimer’s

Nov 12, 2015

While there is no known cure for Alzheimer’s disease -- a chronic neurodegenerative disease considered to be one of the biggest threats to South Korea’s future economy -- researchers have found that ...
Korea to speed up tech, medical regulations

Nov 6, 2015

The South Korean government Friday unveiled plans to ease regulations on drones and self-driving cars, paving the way for the futuristic technologies to spur related industries. The plans were given...
3-4 shots of soju a day can help prevent strokes: experts

Nov 6, 2015

A few shots of soju, the most popular liquor in South Korea, a day can significantly lower the risk of strokes among males, a team of lcoal researchers said Friday. According to the team of neurolog...
Smartphones may ruin your eyes

Oct 29, 2015

South Korea is one of the world’s most connected countries, with more than 80 percent of the population owning smartphones as of this year. But spending too much time with smart devices can be a seri...
Korea, U.S. to launch precision medicine cohort

Oct 23, 2015

Officials from Ministry of Health & Welfare, KNIH, U.S. NIH, and NCC pose after signing a letter of intention to cooperate in precision medicine research in Washington last week. (NCC) The Korean Na...
[Graphic News] Koreans still engage in heavy drinking, smoking

Oct 8, 2015
Cancer leading cause of death in S. Korea in 2014: data

Sept 23, 2015

Cancer remained the leading cause of death in South Korea in 2014, with the death rate from the disease also rising steadily, government data showed Wednesday. A total of 75,334 people died of cance...
Koreans need to consume more meat: study

Aug 27, 2015

Many would think of Korean barbecue as one of the best-known -- and common -- Korean foods. But a recent study claimed that more than 70 percent of Koreans are in fact not consuming enough meat, whic...
Treating, avoiding sunburn

Aug 27, 2015

Lee Jong-hee Many people tan during the summer because it makes them look healthy and thin. Spending prolonged hours outside during the summer, particularly during vacation periods, results in skin ...
Summer can be vulnerable time for those with chronic conditions

Jul 30, 2015

While summer offers great opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, the warm weather can be a serious health threat especially to those with chronic medical conditions. According to Ewha Wom...
Just Juice for a day: a detox review

Jul 22, 2015

Kick-start to durable plan of healthy living
How robotic surgery can contribute to women’s health

Jul 16, 2015

Surgeon Moon Hye-sung shares her view on benefits of robotic surgery for leiomyoma patients
Healthcare workers worried about hospital-acquired infections: poll

Jul 14, 2015

Nearly two-thirds of South Korean healthcare workers are worried about hospital-acquired infections, a poll showed Tuesday. According to the survey, 65.3 percent of doctors, nurses, pharmacists and ...
Be fitter and better

Jul 8, 2015

Bootcamp and CrossFit workout programs aim to improve overall physical ability and help you feel stronger and energized in daily life
Avoiding surfer’s eye in the summer

Jul 2, 2015

One of the most common eye conditions in the summertime is pterygium, a growth of fleshy tissue on the white of the eye ― usually caused by prolonged exposure to the sun. In other countries, it is be...