Lung Cancer Five-Year Survival Reaches 71% for High-Income Patients but Only 37% for Low-Income Group
While advancements in lung cancer treatment have steadily boosted overall survival rates in South Korea, a substantial gap persists based on...
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Healing the Scars of War: The Lasting Legacy of Korean War Medical Aid in Seoul and Busan
When North Korea, backed by the Soviet Union and China, invaded the Republic of Korea in 1950, the international response was unprecedented.
Repeated Liver Tests for Elevated Enzymes Reveal Unexpected Cause: Muscle Inflammation
A 50-year-old woman surnamed Kim sought medical care after experiencing persistent fatigue and difficulty climbing...
Why Pancreatic Cancer Is So Hard to Catch Early—and Why Diet May Be Key
Imagine if a simple blood test could catch pancreatic cancer early. For now, that remains an ideal rather than reality.
97-Year-Old Gastric Cancer Patient Undergoes Total Stomach Removal via Robotic Surgery at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
For nonagenarian patients and their families, deciding whether to undergo major surgery presents a formidable dilemma.
Robots Respond to ‘Scalpel, Please’: Samsung Medical Center Unveils World-First Dual-Humanoid Surgical Team
Humanoid robots capable of responding to voice commands and handing surgical instruments directly to doctors are...
In-Season Figs Offer Slew of Health Benefits, From Digestion to Blood Pressure Control
With their subtle sweetness and soft texture, figs are packed with dietary fiber, essential vitamins, minerals, and...
Does Wegovy Triple Depression Risk? Real-World Data from Korean Hospitals Yields Nuanced Findings
A recent observational study indicates that individuals taking popular GLP-1 receptor agonist obesity medications may...
Scarlett Johansson’s Nightly Sleep Secret: Can Magnesium Really Transform Your Skin?
Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson, 41, has long drawn attention for her approach to health and wellness.
Flour vs. Fruit: Which Is Worse for Diabetes?
Flour is widely cited as a staple carbohydrate that individuals with diabetes should strictly limit, while fruit is...