{"id":2206226,"date":"2024-08-21T16:30:59","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T07:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/?p=2206226"},"modified":"2024-08-22T18:22:24","modified_gmt":"2024-08-22T09:22:24","slug":"south-koreas-covid-surge-unveils-cracks-in-pandemic-defenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/2024\/08\/south-koreas-covid-surge-unveils-cracks-in-pandemic-defenses\/","title":{"rendered":"South Korea\u2019s COVID surge unveils cracks in pandemic defenses"},"content":{"rendered":"

South Korea is experiencing a resurgence in COVID-19 cases, revealing critical flaws in workplace policies and public health regulations. The surge highlights the nation\u2019s vulnerability as it grapples with challenges in vaccine management, shortages of antiviral drugs and a strained healthcare system.<\/span><\/p>\n

These challenges may exacerbate the country\u2019s potential weaknesses as South Korea anticipates a further rise in cases by the end of August.<\/span><\/p>\n

SURGE IN CASES<\/b><\/p>\n

The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) <\/span>reported<\/span><\/a> a steady increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations since late June. Cases reached 1,357 in mid-August, marking a nine-fold increase from mid-July. Additionally, health authorities <\/span>warn<\/span><\/a> that weekly COVID-19 cases could reach 350,000 by the end of August.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hong Jeong-ik, a senior KDCA official, attributes the rise to increased indoor activity as people attempt to escape the summer heat wave.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cDespite the surge, the situation remains under control, with case numbers similar to those seen last year,\u201d Hong stated, attempting to allay public concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n

The recent surge stems largely from the highly transmissible Omicron KP.3 variant. However, the KDCA reassures that its fatality rate remains <\/span>low<\/span><\/a>, particularly for those under 50, dismissing the likelihood of another pandemic.<\/span><\/p>\n

While potentially comforting, this assessment raises questions about the adequacy of current preventive measures given the rapid spread of the variant.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A citizen receives testing at a COVID-19 ‘Walk Through’ screening center in downtown Seoul | Image: Republic of Korea Flickr (Dec. 17, 2020)<\/p><\/div>\n

WORKPLACE POLICY RISKS<\/b><\/p>\n

The surge exposes significant vulnerabilities in workplace policies. Many employees continue working while ill due to the absence of a national paid sick leave system and the lack of robust company guidelines. This situation increases the risk of workplace outbreaks and broader community transmission.<\/span><\/p>\n

A 36-year-old Seoul office worker, identified by his surname Lee, shared his experience with <\/span>Korea Pro<\/span><\/i> after testing positive for COVID-19: \u201cI had to use my vacation days to recover, per my company\u2019s instructions. With no quarantine rules or specific leave policies for positive cases, it was hard to forfeit my vacation days.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Kim Hyeji, a senior activist with the National Coalition for the Elimination of Precarious Work, noted that industries previously hit by mass COVID-19 outbreaks, such as call centers and logistics hubs, now leave individuals to manage potential infection risks independently.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThere are no measures in place on the ground. With the government stepping back from the pandemic-level COVID-19 regulations, many companies are telling employees to come to work even if they are sick, as long as it doesn\u2019t threaten the entire business,\u201d Kim said.<\/span><\/p>\n

The situation underscores the limitations of the current <\/span>pilot sickness benefit program<\/span><\/a>, which remains restricted in scope and awareness. Launched in July 2022 in six regions and later <\/span>expanded<\/span><\/a> to eight, the program aims to support employees unable to work due to non-work-related illnesses or injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, its impact has been limited due to low awareness and restrictive eligibility criteria.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A ROK Army officer stands watch over the transport of COVID-19 vaccine batches in Suwon, South Korea | Image: Republic of Korea Flickr (Feb. 25, 2021)<\/p><\/div>\n

HEALTHCARE SYSTEM STRAINS<\/b><\/p>\n

The resurgence strains South Korea\u2019s healthcare system, exposing vulnerabilities in managing a potential crisis. Despite securing <\/span>10 times<\/span><\/a> the amount of treatments used in May and June, a shortage has occurred due to the faster-than-expected surge in cases. This shortage highlights potential weaknesses in the country’s medical supply chain and emergency preparedness.<\/span><\/p>\n

Na Baegju, a professor of Preventive Medicine at Eulji University College of Medicine, criticized the delay in securing COVID-19 treatments, stating that earlier action could have mitigated some of the challenges healthcare professionals face.<\/span><\/p>\n

Na also highlighted the ongoing difficulty in managing patients in critical condition due to a shortage of resident doctors, exacerbated by the <\/span>ongoing doctors\u2019 strike<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Compounding these issues, data provided by the KDCA to People Power Party lawmaker Baek Jong-heon revealed that nearly 30% of the country\u2019s acquired vaccines have been discarded due to expiration.<\/span><\/p>\n

This wastage points to potential inefficiencies in vaccine management and distribution, raising questions about the country\u2019s ability to manage its medical resources effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n

SHIFT IN GOVERNMENT APPROACH<\/b><\/p>\n

South Korea transitioned to an <\/span>\u201cendemic\u201d approach<\/span><\/a> in May, lifting the last remaining pandemic mandates, including indoor mask requirements in hospitals. The Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters (CDSCH) downgraded COVID-19\u2019s level from \u201calert\u201d to \u201cconcern,\u201d marking a return to pre-pandemic norms after more than four years of heightened response.<\/span><\/p>\n

This shift disbanded government-level response organizations like the CDSCH itself and ended most government medical assistance, including coverage for COVID-19 testing and hospitalization.<\/span><\/p>\n

The disease\u2019s downgraded status and lack of adequate government measures have shifted much of the burden to individuals and businesses, potentially leaving them ill-equipped to handle future outbreaks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kim Heung-soo, co-representative of the Right to Rest When Sick Coalition, criticized this approach: \u201cThe absence of a mandatory sick leave system is leading to widespread noncompliance, with workers avoiding testing or taking unpaid leave due to <\/span>financial pressures<\/span><\/a>.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

This situation may lead to underreporting of cases and increased transmission risks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Compulsory mask-wearing regulations at Seoul’s Gwangjang Market in Sept. 2020 | Image: Republic of Korea Flickr<\/p><\/div>\n

POTENTIAL IMPLICATIONS<\/b><\/p>\n

The current situation poses significant risks for virus transmission and public health. Na of Eulji University College of Medicine warned that shifting the financial burden of healthcare onto patients, particularly low-income groups, could exacerbate COVID-19 transmission within offices and enclosed workspaces.<\/span><\/p>\n

This financial barrier to testing and treatment could result in delayed detection and increased spread of the virus.<\/span><\/p>\n

Activist Kim Hyejin emphasized the broader implications: \u201cEven if the regulations are not as severe as before, there should be measures like mandatory mask-wearing and provisions ensuring that employees with fevers can leave work without repercussions.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The absence of clear, enforceable guidelines for businesses in managing COVID-19 risks leaves many workers and companies without direction. This regulatory gap could have far-reaching consequences for public health and economic stability.<\/span><\/p>\n

SYSTEMIC VULNERABILITIES EXPOSED<\/b><\/p>\n

South Korea\u2019s COVID-19 resurgence reveals critical weaknesses in workplace policies and healthcare preparedness. The absence of a comprehensive national sick leave system, coupled with the shift to an endemic approach, has created gaps in the country\u2019s ability to effectively manage the spread of the virus.<\/span><\/p>\n

As case numbers continue to rise, these systemic vulnerabilities threaten to undermine South Korea\u2019s efforts to maintain public health and economic stability in the face of ongoing pandemic challenges. The situation underscores the need to reevaluate current policies and preparedness measures to ensure the country can effectively respond to future health crises.<\/span><\/p>\n

The current resurgence serves as a stark reminder that even countries with previously successful pandemic responses can face significant challenges when transitioning to endemic management.<\/span><\/p>\n

As South Korea navigates this new phase, the identified vulnerabilities in workplace policies, healthcare system capacity and government approach will likely play a crucial role in shaping the country\u2019s ability to contain the spread of COVID-19 and mitigate its impacts on public health and the economy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Edited by John Lee<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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