Health
Busan to operate emergency room surveillance system for heat-related illnesses
haps Magazine Korea
May 13, 2024
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The city of Busan will operate an ‘Emergency Room Surveillance System for Heat-related Illnesses’ from the 20th until September 30 to minimize damages caused by summer heatwaves.
36 medical institutions will monitor the occurrence of heat-related illnesses daily and provide relevant information.
“Higher temperatures than usual are expected this summer,” Lee Sora, Director-General of Citizen Health Bureau in Busan said.
She added, “During heatwave warnings, special attention should be paid to children, the elderly, individuals with chronic illnesses, and outdoor workers.”