Ministry of Health and Welfare

South Korean government approves new medical schools

9 clusters · 17 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: South Korean government approves new medical schools at Sunchon and Gyeongguk National Universities

The South Korean government has finalized the selection of Sunchon National University and Gyeongguk National University to establish new regional medical schools. The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health and

South Korean AI and robotics industrial integration

18 clusters · 39 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: South Korea opens first AI humanoid data factory

South Korean companies and government bodies are accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence across infrastructure, logistics, and manufacturing. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has launched a priv

South Korea advances sovereign AI and specialized AI agents

34 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: South Korea announces major AI investment and autonomous shipping strategy

In late August 2026, South Korea intensified its focus on sovereign AI and the deployment of specialized AI agents across public, financial, and educational sectors. Under the ‘AI for All Project,’ the government is adva

Severance Hospital medical service expansions

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Severance Hospital opens regional emergency medical center

Severance Hospital has implemented new medical cooperation and emergency service systems in South Korea. In October 2026, the hospital established the ‘Severance OB Group’ platform to streamline prenatal care. This syst

South Korea addresses super-aged society challenges

12 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: South Korea pension gap: National pension payments may fall below basic pension

South Korea is addressing the challenges of its super-aged society through policy proposals aimed at strengthening the social safety net. At the 30th Senior Citizens Day ceremony, President Lee Jae-myung announced plans

South Korea: President Lee faces approval fluctuations

262 clusters · 137 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korea: Political tensions rise over special counsel and judicial disputes

President Lee Jae-myung’s administration continues to navigate a volatile approval crisis. Recent polling shows significant fluctuations in public sentiment. A Gallup Korea survey reported Lee’s approval fell to 39 perce

South Korean youth employment and legislative engagement

20 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korean authorities target youth labor issues and policy needs

South Korea continues to expand regional initiatives aimed at enhancing youth employment, social support, and community engagement. Building on previous efforts in housing, financial education, and integrated welfare mod

Taiwan demographic shift to super-aged society

11 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Taiwan initiatives target aging population through housing and health programs

Taiwan has officially entered a ‘super-aged society’ as of late 2025, with citizens aged 65 and older accounting for over 20% of the total population. This demographic shift is driving a surge in demand for age-friendly

South Korea childcare and postpartum care shortages

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korea faces shortage of public postpartum care centers

South Korea is facing significant challenges regarding childcare and maternal support infrastructure. Data indicates that despite a declining birth rate, the national average waiting period for daycare enrollment rose to

South Korean public policy and welfare recognition

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korean municipalities receive awards for social security planning

South Korean administrative and legislative achievements have been recognized through various awards ceremonies. In late October 2026, the Seoul Policy Awards honored individuals for contributions to city administration

South Korean medical AI symposiums

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Eulji University Medical Center hosts 70th anniversary symposium on AI

Medical institutions in South Korea have held several symposiums focused on the integration of artificial intelligence within healthcare sectors. Eulji University Medical Center hosted a symposium titled ‘Future Medicin

Taiwan healthcare digital and cancer policy advancement

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Kaohsiung medical experts and companies explore AI healthcare integration

Taiwan is implementing comprehensive healthcare reforms focused on cancer mortality reduction and the integration of smart medical technologies. President Lai Ching-te announced a government goal to reduce standardized c

South Korean medical community dispute over testing fees

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: South Korean pediatric hospitals protest specimen test fee cuts

The South Korean medical community is protesting government proposals to reduce reimbursement fees for specimen testing, such as blood and urine tests. Health authorities justify the cuts by citing a study claiming compe

South Korean medical quality assessments

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Changwon hospitals receive top medical quality ratings

In late 2026, several South Korean medical institutions received high ratings in national healthcare quality evaluations. Gachon University Gil Hospital achieved the highest ‘1-Ga’ grade from the Ministry of Health and

Incheon municipal and social administration issues

21 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Incheon City Council scrutinizes subsidy delays and budget oversight

Incheon municipal authorities continue to address social, infrastructural, and administrative challenges. The Environment and Transportation Committee of the Incheon Metropolitan City Council remains focused on “field-ce

South Korean National Pension Service scrutiny

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ahn Cheol-soo criticizes National Pension Service fund losses

Following a sharp decline in the KOSPI, former lawmaker Yoo Seong-min called for an investigation into the National Pension Service (NPS). Yoo alleged that the fund failed to adhere to rebalancing principles, resulting i

Global rise in childhood myopia and vision risks

22 clusters · 89 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Myopia prevention initiatives launched in Taiwan and Hong Kong

The global rise in pediatric myopia continues to drive new public health initiatives and clinical interventions. In Spain, the ‘Mirando al Futuro’ initiative has presented the ‘Decálogo para la Salud Visual Infantil en E

South Korean judicial appointment and impeachment conflict

22 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: South Korea: Democratic Party pushes investigation into Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae

The constitutional standoff in South Korea regarding Supreme Court justice appointments has intensified into a direct confrontation between the executive and judicial branches. The dispute escalated after Chief Justice C

South Korean illegal video distribution investigations

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: South Korean Police Arrest Three for Operating Illegal Video Distribution Site

South Korean authorities are addressing the circulation of illicitly filmed and sexual exploitation videos online. In one instance, police launched an investigation into the renewed distribution of stolen medical surveil

Taiwan expands influenza and COVID-19 vaccine eligibility

20 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Taiwan expands influenza and COVID-19 vaccine eligibility

Taiwan continues to face a complex infectious disease landscape as influenza and enterovirus outbreaks rise. While COVID-19 cases previously trended downward, influenza severity has recently surged. The CDC reported 219

Ajou University Hospital pediatric staff resignations

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ajou University Hospital pediatric emergency center faces medical staff resignations

A police investigation into the July death of an infant at Ajou University Hospital has led to a crisis in the pediatric emergency medical center. Following a search and seizure conducted by the Gyeonggi Nambu Provincial

South Korea telemedicine and pharmaceutical delivery debate

10 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: South Korea debates regulations for telemedicine implementation

South Korea is experiencing significant tension regarding telemedicine regulations and the expansion of pharmaceutical delivery services. The National Assembly passed an amendment to the Pharmaceutical Affairs Act, known

South Korean welfare and public health administration awards

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: South Korean municipalities receive top honors in welfare administration evaluations

The South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare has issued several awards to local governments for excellence in public health and community security. On October 29, the Ganghwa County Public Health Center was recogniz

South Korean hospital quality and training initiatives

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: South Korean hospitals earn top grades in tuberculosis care assessment

South Korean medical institutions have reported various advancements in clinical quality, resident training, and specialized care assessments. At Jeonbuk National University Hospital, efforts to enhance patient safety a

South Korean dementia support and prevention initiatives

8 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Incheon City to open first municipal dementia nursing home

South Korea is expanding its support systems for dementia through administrative recognition of guardianship services and community-based prevention initiatives. In August 2026, the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the

Gwangmyeong City municipal awards

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Gwangmyeong Self-Employment Support Center receives Minister's Award

Gwangmyeong City has received multiple ministerial awards for its specialized support centers. The Gwangmyeong City Dementia Relief Center earned the Minister of Health and Welfare Award after achieving an ‘A grade’ in

Back-to-school: rising costs, health, and psychological prep

48 clusters · 477 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkey union calls for free school meals amid rising costs

As the 2026-2027 academic year begins, the transition for students involves complex economic, psychological, and health challenges globally. In Turkey, economic pressures have intensified significantly. While initial est

AI implementation in South Korean healthcare

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Gachon University Gil Hospital accelerates AI transformation

South Korean medical institutions are implementing artificial intelligence to improve patient care, administrative efficiency, and regional medical accessibility. Gachon University Gil Medical Center has launched an int

South Korean respiratory and rehabilitation health research

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: South Korea experts call for improved COPD management and drug coverage

Medical research in South Korea has highlighted the impact of environmental factors and clinical protocols on patient recovery. Studies involving major hospitals, such as Samsung Medical Center, found that intensive earl

South Korea youth employment crisis and policy responses

23 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: South Korean municipalities launch housing and safety improvement initiatives

By late 2026, South Korea faced a deepening generational divide in the labor market. While overall wage-earning jobs saw growth, employment for those aged 20 and younger has faced a prolonged decline. Notably, employment