Incheon to Start COVID-19 Vaccination on October 11

Incheon will provide free COVID-19 vaccinations to high-risk groups starting October 11 to prevent severe illness and death. General citizens can receive paid vaccinations at private medical facilities. Free vaccinations are available for seniors over 65, immunocompromised individuals over six months old, and residents of vulnerable facilities at designated medical centers and public health clinics.

Incheon Enhances Medicine Storage in Island Areas with AI Technology

Incheon plans to implement AI technology for medicine storage in island area health clinics. This system will monitor and alert staff of temperature changes via mobile apps before thresholds are exceeded, preventing medicine spoilage. The system will be introduced in 16 clinics, including 11 in Ongjin County.

Incheon Expands Food Poisoning Prevention Consulting to 445 Locations

Incheon is expanding its food poisoning prevention consulting to 445 food service and catering establishments, up from 220. Inspectors will visit these locations to check hygiene at various stages, from ingredient inspection to food service. The city aims to provide safer food for its citizens through these consultations.

Incheon to Host Polar Experience and Exhibition at Grand Park

Incheon will host the “2024 Polar Experience and Exhibition” from October 25 to 27 at Incheon Grand Park. The exhibition aims to raise awareness of environmental destruction and highlight the city’s role as a hub for polar research. The city hopes the event will increase public understanding of environmental issues and the importance of polar studies.

Sources: https://news.ifm.kr