What to Do If You Get Sick While Traveling in Korea

Foreign traveler receiving medical guidance outside a clinic in Seoul, with a pharmacy and ambulance nearby

Getting sick during a trip is stressful, especially when you do not know where to go, how Korea’s medical system works, or what your travel insurance will cover. This guide explains what foreign visitors should do—from choosing a clinic to collecting insurance documents. If someone is unconscious, cannot breathe normally, has severe chest pain, major … Read more

The Neighbourhood Pharmacy in Korean Daily Life

After spending time in Korea, many visitors begin to notice the small pharmacies on ordinary streets. They may stand near clinics, apartment complexes, subway stations, bus stops, markets or quiet residential corners. Some are easy to miss. They do not always look like large drugstore chains. They may be small, practical and closely connected to … Read more