July 30, 2021
3 Important Differences Between Primary Healthcare in South Korea and the U.S.
Disclaimer Although we had survey respondents from all around the world, we chose to focus on the United States for this blog…
July 21, 2021
Important Information about the 1330 Travel Hotline SOS Button
UPDATE: The 1330 App and SOS button no longer exist as of 2026. However, we are leaving this blog post live as…
July 21, 2021
Healthcare in South Korea: How to Advocate for Yourself
Why is self-advocacy important? Self-advocacy is an important skill that empowers you to take control over your life decisions, such as decisions…
July 12, 2021
Participate in the First SOS Public Health Survey
Who is SOS Public Health trying to reach? Today, University of Utah alumni, Lisa Peck, and South of Seoul are launching the…
July 7, 2021
The New South of Seoul Public Health Program
The Start of the South of Seoul Public Health Program Since 2015, South of Seoul volunteers have supported the English-speaking international community…
October 9, 2020
The struggles of aging in South Korea
I love Korea for so many reasons: the food, the security, the gorgeous beaches and temples (especially the ones besides the sea),…
September 14, 2020
Clinics for Pain Management in Pyeongtaek, South Korea
Pyeongtaek has a variety of excellent clinics to help with pain management. Here are three options used by SOS Volunteers.
September 2, 2020
Adjusting to the New Normal
Change is always hard, whether it is planned or not. It can be exciting, yet the unknown can be a source of…
August 10, 2020
What to expect when you’re settling into a new culture
I’ve moved several times in my life to cultures quite different than mine. I’m originally from Romania. I’ve always oscillated between maintaining…
August 3, 2020
From One Foreigner to Another: Coping with Living Away from Family During COVID-19
Growing up, dreams of living abroad for school or for work were always accompanied by a wistful sense of excitement, adventure, and…