Seocho-gu Supports 'Mask Kits' for Preschool Children

Health Masks (5 pcs) and Hand Sanitizer (1 pc) Distributed to 6,858 Immunocompromised Preschool Children

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Seocho-gu (Mayor Eunhee Cho) is providing health masks and hand sanitizers to preschool children with vulnerable immune systems as social distancing measures due to COVID-19 have been extended until May 5.

The support targets 6,858 children eligible for the home care allowance as of April. Each child will receive a kit containing five KF94 small-sized masks and one hand sanitizer. The total quantity includes 34,290 masks and 6,858 hand sanitizers.

Although the five-day mask distribution system is in place, small-sized masks are in short supply, making it difficult for mothers to obtain them at pharmacies. Understanding their difficulties, the district visited mask factories and worked hard to secure small masks.

Staff members personally packed the mask kits, and the distribution will be carried out by utilizing volunteers from 18 community service centers, delivering the kits to eligible households by the 28th.

A resident of Banpo-dong, Mr. A, said, “The app did not show the stock of small masks, so even after calling pharmacies one by one or going around, it was hard to buy masks for the children. I am really grateful to receive masks when needed.”

Eunhee Cho, Mayor of Seocho-gu, said, “People are very tired due to COVID-19, but I am thankful that residents are properly following personal hygiene and social distancing. We will continue thorough quarantine measures to ease the worries of parents who prioritize their children’s health.”

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