Over the past five years, there have been a total of 612 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, with more than half attributed to overcharging. Therefore, it is crucial to unplug the battery from the power source once charging is complete to reduce the risk of fire. On the 22nd, the National Fire Agency introduced the third topic in its series on creating safe habits in daily life, focusing on the 'Proper Use of Lithium-Ion Batteries' in response to recent fire incidents involving these batteries. Common household items using lithium-ion batteries include smartphones, laptops, electric scooter
Imagine you noticed a hole filled with rainwater, while walking along a road. It is a pothole, often referred to as a road mine. Rainwater-filled potholes can disrupt safe driving and pose a secondary accident risk, endangering pedestrians' safety as well. Especially during the rainy season in July and August, more potholes appear as rainwater seeps into the asphalt. So, where should you report these issues? The easiest method is through the Safety Report system. The Safety Report system allows anyone to easily report safety hazards they encounter in their daily life, anytime and anywhere. Rep
Amid reports of residents being scammed by fake applications mimicking 'The Gyeonggi Pass,' Gyeonggi Province has announced that there is no official 'The Gyeonggi Pass' app and is taking active measures to address the issue. According to Gyeonggi Province, there is no app named 'The Gyeonggi Pass.' To utilize 'The Gyeonggi Pass,' residents need to use the K-Pass app. Those who wish to benefit from 'The Gyeonggi Pass' policy must obtain a K-Pass card through the bank/card company's website or app. After that, they need to register the card and sign up for membership on the K-Pass website. Upon
The government is taking steps to simplify entry procedures and extend stay durations to encourage the increasing trend of inbound tourism to South Korea. Efforts will focus on addressing the inconveniences faced by foreign tourists, such as expanding visa review personnel and visa application centers, to reduce the processing time for tourist visas from countries with growing numbers of visitors to South Korea. To promote high-value tourism, entry procedures will be simplified. For instance, a pilot operation of the 'K-Culture Training Visa' will begin this year, targeting foreigners wishing
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an acute respiratory disease caused by the Bordetella pertussis bacteria. It is characterized by prolonged coughing fits lasting more than 14 days, often accompanied by a 'whooping' sound, vomiting, and other severe symptoms. While the disease has a higher mortality rate among younger children, it can be effectively prevented through vaccination. Q1. What are the symptoms of pertussis? A. The incubation period for pertussis is typically 7 to 10 days (ranging from a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 21 days). Symptoms progress through three distinct stages
In celebration of Oral Health Day on June 9th, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has provided information on the safe and effective use of over-the-counter oral products, including toothpaste and teeth whiteners. This includes guidance on proper selection, usage, and precautions. The Ministry has also produced and distributed videos titled “Proper Use of Toothpaste” and “The Story of Over-the-Counter Teeth Whiteners,” which can be viewed on the Ministry's official social media channels. Toothpaste Toothpaste is used to keep teeth white and strong, maintain oral hygiene, and prevent diseases
Blocking marketing calls from financial companies is about to become easier and more convenient. The Financial Services Commission announced on the 3rd that they have collaborated with the financial industry to expand and improve the financial sector's Do Not Call system (www.donotcall.or.kr), allowing consumers to block marketing calls from financial companies with just one click. Seventy large corporate insurance agencies (GAs) will newly participate in the 'Financial Sector Do Not Call System.' Additionally, a new feature will be introduced to report instances where marketing calls are rece
From May 20th, you must bring your ID when visiting hospitals and pharmacies. If you do not bring your ID, you will not be eligible for health insurance coverage and will have to bear the full cost of medical treatment. Acceptable forms of ID include a resident registration card, driver's license, health insurance card, passport, national veterans registration card, disability registration card, foreigner registration card, or permanent residence card. Any certificate issued by an administrative or public institution with a photo and either a resident registration number or a foreigner registr
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety aims to help the public understand the '1342 Brave Step Center', currently operated by the Korea Anti-Drug Campaign Headquarters. By providing information in a Q&A format, they encourage anyone struggling with drug-related issues to take a courageous step and make a call. What does the phone number '1342' mean? The number '1342' is the hotline for the 'Brave Step Center', which offers 24-hour telephone counseling for drug-related issues without any time or space constraints. It signifies, "We will be with you every moment of your daily life (13: 일상) 24
Starting from May 15, you can find information about various family services such as family counseling, pregnancy and childbirth, and childcare provided by 244 family centers nationwide on the Government24 website. Family centers offer psychological and emotional counseling, education, pregnancy and childbirth support, and childcare services tailored to various types of families, including single-parent, multicultural families, and single-person households. There are 244 centers operating across the country. To improve accessibility to family services, the Ministry of Gender Equality and Famil
고성군가족센터가 다문화가족 자녀의 학습 격차 해소와 성장을 위한 교육활동비 지원에 나선다.군가족센터는 오는 31일까지 지역 내 다문화 가족 자녀 대상 교육활동비 지급에 대한 접수를 진행한다. 이번 교육활동비는 교육 급여를 받지 않는 기준 중위소득 100% 이하의 7~18세 한국 국적 자녀가 받을 수 있다. 초등(7~12세) 40만원, 중등(13~15세) 50만원, 고등(16~18세) 60만원 규모의 지원금을 연 1회 카드 포인트로 지급받을 수 있으며 교재 구입과 학원비 등 교육적 목적으로만 사용이 가능하고 오는 11월 말까지 전액 소진해야 한다. 신청을 희망할 경우에는 고성군가족센터에 방문 접수하면 된다. 더 자세한 사항은 담당자(070-4107-3381)에 문의하면 알 수 있다.
화성시가족센터(센터장 박미경)는 5월 28일부터 7월 2일까지 매주 수요일마다 노년 1인가구 24명을 대상으로 집단상담 ‘신나게 움직이며 나누는 인생 이야기’를 진행했다고 전했다. 집단상담에서는 ▲일상 공유를 통한 마음 나누기 ▲신체활동을 통한 마음 환기(뇌활성화 운동, 플로어컬링 등)이 이루어졌다. 회기가 진행될 수록 강사와 참여자 간 라포가 형성 되었고 그 결과 높은 참여도와 결속력이 나타났다. 노년 집단상담 참여자는 “일주일 동안 이 시간만을 기다릴 만큼 집단 상담이 삶에 큰 활력이 되었다. 서로 위하며 일상을 나누고 시간을 보내니 너무 행복해졌다”고 소감을 밝혔다. 화성시가족센터 박미경 센터장은 “어르신들이 프로그램을 하며 더 젊고 건강해지신 것 같고, 프로그램 내내 웃으며 행복해하시는 모습을 보니 저도 덩달아 웃음이 나온다. 노년 1인가구의 삶에 기쁨을 주는 센터가 되도록 계속 노력하겠다”고 말했다. 화성시가족센터는 8월 13일부터 9월 17일까지 청년 1인가구를 대상으로 미술치료 집단상담 ‘나를 알아 가는 여행’을 진행할 예정이며, 이를 통해 심리적, 정서적, 환경적 어려움을 해결하고 자아존중감을 향상 시키는데 중점을 두고 운영할 계획이다. 관련
화성시가족센터 긴급위기지원은 단순한 일시적 돌봄에 그치지 않고, 위기가정을 위한 통합적 서비스로 구성되어 있다. 가족 내 보호자 공백이나 단기적인 간병이 필요한 경우에는 보듬매니저가 가정을 직접 방문해 생활돌봄 서비스를 제공하며, 위기상황으로 심리적 불안을 겪는 부모와 자녀에게는 주 1회 심리상담이 지원이 가능하다. 더 나아가 위기가정의 정서적 회복과 생계 안정뿐 아니라, 위기 종료 후에도 교육·문화 프로그램 및 자조모임 등으로 연계하여 지속적인 회복을 돕고 있다. 지원 대상은 최근 1년 이내 위기 사건을 겪었거나, 위기상황이 진행 중인 사례관리 가정, 또는 가족의 생계를 책임지고 있는 청소년 가장, 단독가구 등이다. 센터 관계자는 “위기 상황에 놓인 가족이 적절한 시점에 도움을 받을 수 있도록 적극적인 발굴과 지원을 이어갈 것”이라며, 지역 내 위기 가정과의 연결망 강화를 위해 지역주민과 기관들의 관심과 협조를 당부했다. 온가족보듬사업 프로그램 관련 궁금한 사항은 화성시가족센터 상담사례팀 전화(070-7774 7084)로 문의하면 된다.