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Uljin County free flu vaccination
D-174 Deadline April 30 · Free flu vaccination deadline
Photo: 프레시안 In short Uljin County has expanded free flu vaccination to all county residents.
Starting October 26, ages 15-64 can also receive free vaccinations.
Vaccinations are available at 38 locations until April 30, 2027.
Visitor info Period October 26, 2026 – April 30, 2027 Locations 12 contracted clinics and 26 public health facilities, totaling 38 locations Documents ID required; ages 15-64 must also bring resident registration certificate Inquiry Uljin County Health Center, Preventive Medicine Team
Key facts When Vaccinations are available from October 26 to April 30, 2027. Where Vaccinations are provided at 12 contracted clinics and 26 public health facilities, totaling 38 locations. Who All Uljin County residents, including ages 15-64, are eligible for free vaccination. How Bring an ID; ages 15-64 must also bring a resident registration certificate.
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Uljin County residents can receive free flu vaccination with just an ID and resident certificate.
Workers in their 40s are included in the 15-64 age group and can receive free vaccination.
Residents in their 60s are included in the expanded eligibility and can receive free vaccination.
Why does this matter? Ahead of flu season, all county residents can receive vaccinations without medical expenses.
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Domestic obesity drug 'Epe'
Photo: 한국경제 In short Hanmi Pharmaceutical's domestic obesity drug 'Epe' is expected to launch in October.
First-month treatment cost is approximately 130,000 won, about half the price of Mounjaro.
Epe starts at 2mg and increases dosage every two weeks.
Key facts When On October 14th, supply prices for different dosages of Epe were announced in the pharmaceutical industry. Who It is 'Epe' (epeglenatyide), a domestic GLP-1 obesity treatment drug developed by Hanmi Pharmaceutical. What First-month medication cost is 129,800 won, and maintenance cost from the fourth month is 299,200 won. How It starts at 2mg and increases stepwise to 4mg, 6mg, 8mg, and 10mg at two-week intervals.
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Patients considering obesity treatment now have a more affordable option compared to existing imported drugs.
For working adults considering weight management treatment, the financial burden may be reduced.
Why does this matter? The arrival of cheaper domestic obesity drugs compared to global options could change patient costs and market structure.
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