S. Korea develops world's 1st recombinant anthrax vaccine

South Korea has developed the world's first recombinant protein-based anthrax vaccine, a major step toward self-sufficiency that could also open export markets for the new vaccine with fewer side effects, the government said. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency partnered with private firm GC Biopharma Corp. to develop the vaccine that, unlike conventional versions, eliminates the risk of exposure to toxins produced by Bacillus anthracis, a high-risk pathogen considered a potential bi

July 7, 2025

Anaphylaxis awareness can save lives, health officials say

The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency said Sunday that it has launched a national campaign to raise awareness about anaphylaxis in light of the global initiative World Allergy Week, which spotlights one critical allergy each year. “Anaphylaxis is a sudden and severe allergic reaction that can be fatal without immediate intervention,” said KDCA Commissioner Jee Young-mi. “With proper awareness and education, we can prevent many of these emergencies and protect lives.” Anaphylaxis is a l

June 29, 2025

Stroke can significantly increase risk of irregular heartbeat: study

Suffering a cerebrovascular accident can increase the risk of a heart arrhythmia such as atrial fibrillation by up to seven times, according to a recent study by a Korean medical team released Thursday. The study analyzed the medical records of 98,706 patients who had experienced ischemic stroke and 47,695 patients who had suffered hemorrhagic stroke, using data from the National Health Insurance Service. The joint research was conducted by Samsung Medical Center, Soongsil University, Kosin Univ

June 28, 2025

Late-night snack attacks? Your brain might be the culprit

Summer has arrived. Yet, despite resolutions to stay fit, there's one habit that seems nearly impossible to shake off: late-night snacking. If your evenings inevitably end with a visit to the refrigerator or a delivery app opened around midnight, you might be experiencing what’s known as "night-eating syndrome." Night-eating syndrome, a relatively common but often overlooked condition, involves frequent episodes of eating large amounts of food during late-night hours. Individuals with this syndr

June 24, 2025