The incidence of leukemia patients in Korea is on a steady rise. Despite an overall decline in the number of children in the country attributed to a decrease in birth rates, there has been no corresponding decrease in the number of children diagnosed with leukemia. Notably, the incidence of childhoo
Students enrolled in Seoul National University's (SNU) College of Medicine, a prominent intellectual community in Korea, exhibited lower levels of test anxiety or nervousness compared to their counterparts in other universities, a study revealed. Also, these students demonstrated a reduced preoccupa
The year 2023 marked significant transformations in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors. Despite facing resistance from the medical community, President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration declared its intention to increase the number of medical school seats starting in 2025. Additionally, 2023 witnes
Recently, the Cheongju Division of the Daejeon High Court awarded 800 million won ($597,000) in damages in a lawsuit against a university hospital.The reason was the negligence of its obstetrics and gynecology staff, who were late in taking measures to detach the placenta prematurely, causing brain
People are always being told to do their best. It sounds like they must give their 100 percent, even more than 100 percent, to their work. However, according to an expert, when it comes to daily jobs like studying or working, people can't always give 100 percent.“People can go to the best university
A domestic study has confirmed that workplace harassment has a greater negative impact on the mental health of men than women.Kangbuk Samsung Hospital said Wednesday that a research team of Professor Cho Sung-joon of the hospital's Department of Psychiatry and Professosr Jung Seul-ah and Kim Min-kyu
It is not easy to operate on colorectal cancer, a collective term for colon and rectal cancer, when it recurs after surgical removal.However, with the recent development of surgical methods, including robotic and 3D laparoscopic surgeries, and the introduction of various new anticancer drugs, the su
Myongji Hospital said it will join forces with Goyang City to support its goal of being designated as a "National Advanced Bio Strategy Industrial Specialized Zone" by utilizing its specialized technologies and medical infrastructure.The two institutions signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on
One of the reasons doctors shy away from vital care is judicial risk. They have to treat patients with the risk of criminal penalties and hundreds of millions of won in damages. Even President Yoon Suk Yeol has spoken about the need to ease the legal burden for physicians.Studies have shown that Kor
In a heartwarming holiday tale, a young boy from Kyrgyzstan, previously living in seclusion due to severe facial burns, has undergone a successful facial reconstruction in Korea, thanks to a team of dedicated medical professionals from Asan Medical Center (AMC).According to AMC, Alinur, an eight-yea
Yongin Severance Hospital said the Indonesian Private Hospital Association, Asosiasi Rumah Sakit Swasta Indonesia (ARSSI), visited the Korean hospital to learn from its leadership in the smart hospital field.ARSSI, established in 2000 to nurture competitive hospitals in Indonesia, consists of 35 bra
Gilead Sciences Korea said it has signed a memorandum of understanding to designate two Korean hospitals -- Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) and Samsung Medical Center (SMC) – as Gilead HOPE (Hematology-Oncology Portfolio Engagement Site) institutions to collaborate on developing new oncolo
A study by a Korean medical team has shown that combination chemotherapy, a standard treatment for patients with metastatic or recurrent gastric cancer, can also help improve survival in patients over 70.Combination chemotherapy has been used mainly for younger patients due to its high therapeutic e
Korea University Medicine said Thursday that it started a project to treat 100 patients in developing countries by 2028, the 100th anniversary of the Korea University Medicine, to demonstrate the spirit of love, sharing, humanity, and philanthropy to the world.The project began with treating a 10-ye
A doctor arrested for recklessly prescribing fentanyl, a narcotic painkiller, has been sentenced to a prison term. Another indicted doctor was also fined.The Seoul Central District Court sentenced a family medicine specialist in his 50s, initialed as A, to two years in prison and ordered him to pay
Severance Hospital said the Going Home Project, featuring world-renowned pianist Son Yeol-eum, recently orchestrated a surprise concert for patients and hospital staff, imparting hope and love through their beautiful and warm melodies.The Going Home Project is an orchestra that brings together music
As the debate over legalizing tattoos and semi-permanent makeup has reached a stalemate, there is a growing call to prioritize the legalization of semi-permanent makeup.The medical community has taken a reserved stance, stating that they do not oppose it outright but with certain conditions.The Nati
Pediatric rheumatoid arthritis is a disease characterized by joint damage and pain lasting more than six weeks and is treated with a three-step treatment approach.The three-step treatment, which includes analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs, antirheumatic drugs, and biologics, has resulted in a 30
Ajou University Hospital said Tuesday that Professor Jang Seok-jun of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology was recently elected the next president of the Asian Society for Gynecologic Oncology (ASGO) at its eighth congress in Taiwan.Professor Jang will serve a two-year term from December 2025