Buong Road: Everyday Korea

What to Do, Who to Call, and Where to Go When You Need Urgent Medical Help in Korea 1. Emergency Numbers You MUST Know Korea has dedicated emergency hotlines that are available 24/7: 119 – Fire, ambulance, and medical emergencies 1339 – Korea Disease Control medical hotline (COVID, general medical advice) 1345 – Immigration help, may assist with emergency coordination 120 – Seoul City Call Center (multiple languages) 📞 When you call 119, say “Help. I need an ambulance. English, please.” – They will connect you to an interpreter. 2. When to Go to the ER (Emergency Room) Visit a hospital ER if you experience: Chest pain, difficulty breathing Major bleeding or trauma Seizures, unconsciousness Sudden severe pain or high fever Drug or food overdose 🏥 Tertiary hospitals (e.g., Seoul National University Hospital, Severance Hospital) have emergency departments with English-speaking staff. 3. Finding an Emergency Room or Urgent Care Clinic Use ...

A Foreigner-Friendly Guide to Traveling Between Cities in Korea 1. Intercity Travel Options in Korea Korea has one of the most efficient intercity travel systems in Asia. You can travel long distances using: Express & Intercity Buses – Cheap and frequent KTX High-Speed Train – Fastest way between major cities ITX & Mugunghwa Trains – Slower, cheaper alternatives to KTX Choose based on budget, speed, and comfort . 2. Booking KTX Trains Online or In Person Visit the official KORAIL website : www.letskorail.com English option available You can search, book, and pay with foreign credit cards Print or show e-ticket on mobile Use the KORAIL Talk App (Korean only) For faster booking, Korean language required Buy at train stations directly at ticket machines or counters English-speaking staff available at major stations (Seoul, Busan) 🎫 Tip: Book KTX tickets 2–3 days in advance , especially on weekends or holidays. 3. Booking ...