Preparing for Surge in Lunar New Year Medical Consultations... Gwangju Fire Department Strengthens 119 Response

To prepare for increased demand for emergency medical consultations during the Lunar New Year holiday, the Gwangju fire authorities are strengthening their 119 emergency medical control response.

The Gwangju Metropolitan City Fire Safety Headquarters announced on the 14th that it will operate a special response period for the Lunar New Year holiday through the 21st, expanding the number of medical consultation reception stations and consultation personnel.

119 ambulance. Provided by Gwangju City

During last year's Lunar New Year holiday, there were a total of 2,563 emergency calls to 119 in the Gwangju area, an average of 428 per day. In particular, emergency medical consultations, such as inquiries about hospital and pharmacy services, totaled 1,112 cases (a daily average of 185), which was about 41% higher than on ordinary days (a daily average of 131).

Accordingly, the Fire Safety Headquarters will increase the number of medical consultation reception stations from two to four, and reinforce the consultation staff from three to five per day. The plan is to strengthen the response system so that initial consultations for emergency patients and guidance on medical institutions are not delayed.

Chae Deokhyun, head of the 119 General Situation Room, said, "If an emergency occurs during the Lunar New Year holiday or if you need information on hospitals or pharmacies, please use 119," adding, "We will respond thoroughly so that citizens can spend a safe and comfortable holiday."

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