Korean Dictionary
How to say “Stroke” in Korean
뇌졸중
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Usage & Context
뇌졸중 is a major cause of death and disability in Korea especially among the elderly. Korean hospitals have dedicated stroke centers and the public is educated through campaigns about recognizing 뇌졸중 warning signs using the FAST method. Rapid transport to a stroke center is critical and the 119 emergency system is designed to prioritize 뇌졸중 cases.
Example Sentence
뇌졸중 증상이 나타나면 즉시 119에 신고하세요.
If stroke symptoms appear please call 119 immediately.
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