2025.09.03 18:12
Congenital hearing loss affects approximately five out of every 1,000 newborns, making it a relatively common auditory condition. However, congenital hearing loss often goes unnoticed at birth, since newborns may cry or respond in ways that appear normal to parents and healthcare providers. Given that hearing in the neonatal period directly influences language development and brain growth, delayed diagnosis can lead to significant challenges, including language delays, learning disabilities, and emotional or social difficulties.Children who miss newborn hearing screening are typically diagnose
2025.08.29 17:07
INCHEON, South Korea — A research team led by Professors Dong Hyun Kim and Byung Ok Kwak at Inha University Hospital’s Pediatric Public Specialty Center has published an important study in the peer-reviewed journal Microorganisms. The research examines how COVID-19 alters the gut microbiome and immune system in infants under two years old, providing insights into its impact on early immune development.he team collected fecal samples from infants diagnosed with COVID-19 and compared them with those from healthy controls. Using 16S rRNA gene sequencing, they analyzed gut microbiome composition
2025.08.29 17:04
Goyang, South Korea — On August 29, 2025, the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) Ilsan Hospital announced the adoption of the Da Vinci SP robotic surgery system and the expansion of its Robotic Surgery Center, marking a major advancement in minimally invasive surgical care.Since adopting the Da Vinci Xi system in 2016, Ilsan Hospital has performed about 2,500 robotic surgeries as of August 2025. The introduction of the Da Vinci SP is expected to enhance surgical precision and patient comfort, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to advanced medical technology.The Da Vinci SP, a state-
2025.08.29 17:02
[Physician's Column] By Young-geun Han, Director of SNU Clear Eye ClinicFor those who rely on glasses or contact lenses, the idea of vision correction surgery is often appealing. In recent years, laser-based procedures like LASIK and LASEK, which reshape the cornea, have gained popularity for their relative simplicity. However, patients with severe refractive errors—such as high myopia over -6 diopters or marked astigmatism—may not be suitable candidates for these procedures.Correcting high myopia or severe astigmatism requires removal of significant corneal tissue, which may excessively thi
2025.08.29 16:58
SEOUL, South Korea — Yonsei Sarang Hospital, a leading medical institution in South Korea, announced on August 29, 2025, that it had signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with five international institutions—Osaka University (Japan), National University of Singapore, Humanitas University (Italy), ORTHOCA (Belgium), and Liverpool University Hospital (United Kingdom)—to strengthen global medical collaboration.he agreements will support a range of orthopedic initiatives, including professional exchanges, joint research, academic seminars, shared educational resources, and short-term trainin
2025.08.29 16:55
SEOUL — The Korea Health Promotion Institute warned against a viral social media post claiming that alcohol consumption promotes weight loss, calling it exaggerated and misleading. The institute urged the public to be cautious of scientifically unfounded health claims. viral post, with more than 3,600 likes, falsely claimed that a Harvard University study found moderate alcohol consumption aids weight loss. In fact, the study was conducted by a Japanese research team and had no link to weight loss.The research tracked about 57,000 Japanese adults and examined how drinking habits affected blo
2025.08.29 16:43
SEOUL — A large-scale study by Seoul National University Hospital and Seoul National University College of Medicine has found a sharp rise in insomnia drug prescriptions during the COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea, exceeding pre-pandemic projections. Analyzing health data from 8.14 million patients diagnosed with insomnia between 2010 and 2022, the researchers reported increases across all age groups, with the steepest surge among young adults aged 18 to 29.Published in the Journal of Korean Medical Science (JKMS), the study compared actual prescription volumes from 2020–2021 with predictive
2025.08.29 16:36
SEOUL, South Korea — The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) reported on Friday that COVID-19 hospitalizations have increased for eight consecutive weeks. Between August 17 and 23, 367 patients were admitted with COVID-19, continuing a steady rise observed since late June.Adults aged 65 and older accounted for 60.2% of hospitalizations, followed by those aged 50–64 (18.2%) and 19–49 (10.3%). The KDCA reported that the national COVID-19 test positivity rate has stabilized at 32.6% over the past three weeks, while wastewater surveillance has shown a steady increase in viral con
2025.08.29 16:34
Nexmoss, a South Korean biotech company specializing in DNA aptamers, highlighted new data on its patented compound Aptamin C at the International Union of Immunological Societies (IUIS) 2025 Congress in Vienna. The company presented findings on the compound’s immune-enhancing properties, positioning it as a potential next-generation antioxidant and immunomodulatory therapy.The IUIS Congress, a triennial gathering of the global immunology community, drew approximately 6,000 attendees from 120 countries. At the event, Professor Jae Seung Kang of Seoul National University College of Medicine de
2025.08.29 16:26
Hutom, a South Korean medical AI and digital surgical navigation company, announced on August 29, 2025, that it has registered its gastric and renal surgery assistance solutions, RUS GA and RUS NE, along with its 3D modeling software, RUS CREATOR, with Hong Kong’s medical device regulatory authority. This approval paves the way for Hutom’s commercial launch in Hong Kong, marking an important step in its global expansion.The RUS platform uses advanced imaging technology to transform CT scans into detailed 3D models, enabling precise surgical planning and intraoperative navigation. Designed fo
2025.08.28 15:25
Seoul, South Korea — Hyundai ADM Bio, a subsidiary of Hyundai BioScience, announced on August 28, 2025, that an abstract for its novel anticancer drug candidate, Penetrium, has been accepted for a poster presentation at the prestigious AACR-NCI-EORTC International Conference on Molecular Targets and Cancer Therapeutics in 2025. The conference, co-hosted by the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC), is a globally recognized platform for advancements in cancer therapeutics.
2025.08.28 15:22
Spinal stenosis, a condition often triggered by aging or degenerative changes, occurs when ligaments and tissues around the spine thicken, compressing nerves. This leads to symptoms like lower back pain, leg numbness, and difficulty walking, significantly impacting patients’ daily lives.For many seeking relief, exercise seems like a natural solution. But experts warn that the wrong approach can exacerbate symptoms, potentially worsening the condition. Specialists at Mokhuri Oriental Medicine Hospital in South Korea emphasize that managing spinal stenosis often requires prioritizing muscle rel
2025.08.28 15:17
[Physician's Column] By Dae-wook Im, Director of Internal Medicine, Taereung Bang HospitalStomach cancer, or gastric cancer, is among the deadliest cancers worldwide. In South Korea, it is the fourth most common, after thyroid, colorectal, and lung cancers. Unlike cancers driven by a single factor, gastric cancer develops through a complex interaction of genetic predisposition and environmental influences. Notably, the Korean diet, often rich in spicy and salty foods, is linked to an elevated risk of developing this disease.In its early stages, gastric cancer often produces no clear symptoms,
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