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Medical & Health, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health

Navigating Korean Pharmacies: Handling Ailments Without a Doctor Visit

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April 25, 2025
June in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer

Overview of June in Korea

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June 27, 2023
Culture Shock Tips, July in South Korea, SOS South Korean Seasonal Guide: Summer, USA Military Welcome Packet

Understanding Monsoon Season (Jangma) in South Korea

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July 7, 2021
Physical & Mental Wellness, Tips of Living Your Best Life

Jjimjilbangs are Heaven

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October 23, 2015
Culture Shock Tips, Physical & Mental Wellness

Adjusting to the New Normal

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September 2, 2020
Kids and Family, Living in Pyeongtaek-si, Tips of Living Your Best Life, Uncategorized

1330 Free Helpline Use Case: Dog Owners in Korea

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March 10, 2025
  • 52 Pickup Family Edition,  Korean Travel & Adventure,  Korean Travel Itineraries,  Korean Travel Itineraries: 52 Weeks of Fun,  Tips of Living Your Best Life

    How to Create a Custom Travel Itinerary in Korea

    April 17, 2022 /

    Learn how to create a custom travel itinerary in Korea with places you find online. This blog offers helpful tips for you to plan your next adventure. Using Naver to Create Itineraries I don’t speak Korean and I use Naver Maps in English to plan all of my Korean travel. The following video will tell you more about Naver Maps. It’s a great introduction that will help you get started quickly. After you finish the video, the rest of my blog will walk you through how I plan my trips.…

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    LeaDan Yee, M.Ed

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    December 21, 2022

    Anseong Farmland Day Trip Itinerary

    October 19, 2021

    Off-Season in Gangwon-do: Fall or Spring A Perfect Time to Visit

    April 23, 2021
  • April in South Korea,  Home & Living,  Home Life & Maintenance Tips,  Tips of Living Your Best Life

    Home Life: Drains and Sinks in Korea

    April 16, 2022 /

    Wondering how to deal with our drains and sinks in while living in Korea? You came to the right spot. Home Maintenance Surprises When we first moved to Korea, there were a few daily housing concerns that required adjustment. For example, a language barrier can exist between yourself and your appliances. Simple things we may take for granted, but a simple translation app like Papago or Google Translate can help. Other apartment and home issues such as drains, smells, and sink cleaning can be a daily frustration. If you search…

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    LeaDan Yee, M.Ed

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    September 23, 2021

    Korean Cycling Hand Signals

    April 24, 2023

    10 Best Cafes for Cherry Blossom Viewing

    April 12, 2022
  • Cafes and Bakeries,  Dining & Drinks,  Pyeongtaek Cafes,  Sinjang-dong, Pyeongtaek

    Best Desserts Near Osan Air Base

    April 15, 2022 /

    Are you looking for the best desserts near Osan Air Base? Here are ten spots that international residents often vote for in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun poll each year. Where is Osan Air Base? Osan Air Base is a US Air Force Base located in Singjang-dong, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. The area may also be called Songtan by both international residents and many Koreans who work with international residents. However, when people reference Songtan they may also be referencing Seojeong-dong, Jisan-dong, or parts of Godeok as well. Clarifying locations…

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    Best Character Cafes in Korea

    September 18, 2022

    Pumpkin Spice Season in Pyeongtaek

    October 10, 2020
    Order Delivery in Pyeongtaek

    Food Delivery In Pyeongtaek

    March 14, 2020
  • Tips of Living Your Best Life

    Shinsagae Department Store in Cheonan

    April 14, 2022 /

    Learn more about the Shinsagae Department Store in Cheonan. Lots of shopping, restaurants, family fun, and art in one spot. About Shinsagae Department Store & Mall in Cheonan Shinsegae in Cheonan is a department store attached to a mall. The department store includes many moderate to high-end clothing and home goods departments. The mall includes such things as H&M, E-Mart, a bookstore, a food court, a movie theater, and an outdoor sculpture park and art gallery. Additionally, the area around Shinsagae Department Store Shinsagae Cheonan Hours Department store and mall…

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    LeaDan Yee, M.Ed

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    The New South of Seoul Public Health Program

    July 7, 2021

    Case Study: How Federal COVID-19 Policy May Relate to Local COVID-19 Procedures

    December 28, 2021

    Fairy Tale Village in Incheon (Songwol-dong)

    December 6, 2022
  • Holidays In Korea,  May in South Korea,  SOS Seasonal Guide: Spring

    Buddha’s Birthday in South Korea

    April 14, 2022 /

    Want to know more about Buddha’s Birthday in South Korea? You came to the right spot. We even share a few of the inconveniences that may surprise you. About Buddha’s Birthday Buddha’s Birthday does not fall on the same day each year according to the Gregorian Calendar. Instead, the holiday follows the Lunar Calendar. Specifically, Buddha’s Birthday in Korea falls on the 8th day of the 4th month of the Lunar Calendar. Buddha’s Birthday is a ‘red day’ or public holiday on the Korean calendar. A ‘red day’ means that…

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    Children’s Day in Korea

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    Hangul Day in Korea

    October 5, 2022
  • Holidays In Korea,  May in South Korea

    Children’s Day in Korea

    April 14, 2022 /

    Wondering about Children’s Day in Korea? Here is a quick look at this family holiday on May 5th. About Children’s Day South Korean kids look forward to Children’s Day (어린이날) every year. They look forward to family activities and time off from school. This is their day to shine. Children’s Day is a ‘red day’ or public holiday on the Korean calendar. A ‘red day’ means that salaried employees have a paid day off for Children’s Day. The public holiday dedicated to celebrating kids occurs on the 5th of May…

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    Planning Things to Do for Chuseok

    September 15, 2021

    Pyeongtaek Halloween Costume Contest and Festival

    October 27, 2022
  • Pyeongtaek Malls

    First Village Mall in Asan

    April 13, 2022 /

    Want to learn more about First Village mall in Asan? You came to the right place. Learn more about the amenities and countryside shopping.

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    LeaDan Yee, M.Ed

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    Best Malls and Department Stores Near Pyeongtaek

    November 3, 2021
  • Delivery and Meal Prep,  Dining & Drinks,  Social Distancing Resources

    Bistro Box Meal Delivery in Korea

    April 13, 2022 /

    Try Bistro Box meal delivery in Korea if you are tired of cooking. Perfect for meat lovers who want to spend less time in the kitchen. About this Review This review of Bisto Box meal delivery will be like the ones I did for FUEL Weekly (perfect for KETO and calorie-conscious) and NOSH (Awesome for Vegans across Korea). I’ll tell you right now, I’m fond of all three choices. I couldn’t pick a favorite meal delivery option if you paid me. NOSH has some meals that I crave like their Peanut Stew. About Bistro Box Bistro…

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    September 8, 2021

    FUEL Weekly Meal Delivery in Korea

    September 7, 2022
    Order Delivery in Pyeongtaek

    Food Delivery In Pyeongtaek

    March 14, 2020
  • Medical & Health,  Mental Health Awareness,  Mental Health Resources,  Physical & Mental Wellness,  Public Health

    Participate in the Mental Health Access Survey on Incheon Global Campus

    April 13, 2022 /

    Want to support improvements in access to mental health resources for students, faculty, and staff on Incheon Global Campus (IGC)? Take the South of Seoul Public Health (SOS Public Health) Mental Health Access Survey. This blog will tell you how.

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    Participate in the Maternal Health Survey!

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    Childbirth Experiences and Resources in Korea

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  • April in South Korea,  Cafes and Bakeries,  March in South Korea,  SOS Seasonal Guide: Spring

    10 Best Cafes for Cherry Blossom Viewing

    April 12, 2022 /

    Try these 10 best cafes for cherry blossom viewing in South Korea. A fun way to relax and enjoy the spring flowers. About Cherry Blossom Season in South Korea Spring in Korea really begins with the Cherry Blossom 벚꽃 Season. People will drive for hours just for their own beautiful pictures with and of these lovely pink and white flowers. If you’re looking for spots to enjoy a refreshing drink while admiring the beauty of these blossoms, we’ve collected a few options. What Makes These Cafes “The Best” Every best…

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