SOS Public Health aims to increase access to public health information for our multi-national community in South Korea. We want to make sure that you have the information you need to navigate healthcare and health-related situations while living in South Korea.
- The following blogs address specific needs expressed by our international community living in South Korea. We have surveyed over a hundred individuals living across nine different provinces to understand the needs of the community. Our team researches the challenges the international community in Korea face and work to find solutions to these challenges.
- We HIGHLY recommend reading each of these blogs more than once as they will provide you with a great deal of insight into the Korean healthcare system. Health policies constantly change and our team does their best to keep our blogs up-to-date with the latest information and resources.
- If you have public health-related concerns that need to be added to this list, feel free to let us know in the comments or message us at publichealth@southofseoul.net
A Beginners Guide to Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medication in South Korea
When living in South Korea, understanding how to find over-the-counter (OTC) medicine might feel a bit daunting at first. Pharmacies (약국, yakguk) are the main place to go for most OTC medications. However, the availability and process may differ slightly from what you’re used to in your home country. This blog post provides an overview…
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How I Use AI to Navigate Korean Traditional Medicine Teas
Interested in accessing traditional medicine in South Korea? I’ve been visiting such clinics for the last 14 years and recently started using AI to better understand the teas I experience. So here is how I use AI to navigate Korean Traditional Medicine teas. Disclaimers & Foundational Information Nothing in this post exists as medical advice.…
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Types of ADHD Treatments in Korea
Interested in seeking an ADHD diagnosis in South Korea? Wondering about the types of ADHD treatments in Korea? According to our research, we’ve found medication, behavioral therapy, and digital therapies used in Korea. About Our ADHD Information South of Seoul public health information is not medical advice. We research information and share what we find…
How to Get an ADHD Assessment in Korea
The following blog post is for both adults and children who need ADHD assessments while living in South Korea. We will discuss the terms you need to find an assessment location near you, paths to ADHD assessment, how the assessment works, cost for different types of assessments, and social issues around being assessed. This blog…
Cost of ADHD Assessments in Korea
The cost of ADHD assessments in Korea might surprise you. Depending on where you choose to go, it’s very cheap or very expensive. In the following blog post, we will talk about assessments at Korean psychiatric clinics v. assessments at mental health clinics near US military bases using international insurance. Healthcare and Insurance in Korea…
Blood Types That May Face Issues in Finding Donations in Korea
Unfortunately, we learned about blood types that may face difficulties in finding donations in Korea the tragic way. Therefore, researching this information so that international residents interested in moving to Korea understand 1) the potential risks for certain blood types and 2) the importance of donating blood. Let’s talk about this very serious life-and-death issue.…
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If you are a public health graduate student interested in getting involved in research and practical application in an international setting, check our SOS Public Health website to find out more about our SOS Public Health Practicum and Internship opportunities.
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