South Korea emergency units turn back patients as doctors protest

South Korea's hospitals cancelled procedures as trainee doctors protested a government plan to boost medical school admissions. Emergency care was affected, with the Asan Medical Center only handling cardiac arrest cases. The strike is due to working conditions and pay. One group participating in the protest called the plan a political ploy ahead of a general election in April.

Feb 21, 2024 - 11:00
South Korea emergency units turn back patients as doctors protest
South Korea's hospitals cancelled procedures as trainee doctors protested a government plan to boost medical school admissions. Emergency care was affected, with the Asan Medical Center only handling cardiac arrest cases. The strike is due to working conditions and pay. One group participating in the protest called the plan a political ploy ahead of a general election in April.