Dobong-gu Distributes 45 Masks Each to Over 19,000 Vulnerable Individuals

KF94 Health Mask (MFDS Certified) with Adjustable Straps, 45 Pieces per Person, to be Delivered in October

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Dobong-gu (Mayor Dongjin Lee) will provide approximately 982,800 KF94 health masks to low-income residents who have difficulty purchasing masks to prevent respiratory diseases caused by COVID-19 and fine dust.

The recipients include about 19,000 people such as basic livelihood security recipients, near-poverty class, single-parent families, and residents of living facilities within the district. This measure aims to prevent respiratory diseases and influenza caused by COVID-19 and ultra-high concentration fine dust, helping them wisely overcome difficult times while maintaining health.

The district plans to distribute 45 KF94 health masks per person, certified by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, with adjustable straps to protect vulnerable groups from infection.

The masks will be distributed in October through the local community service centers or neighborhood leaders at the recipients' addresses. For residents of living facilities, masks will be delivered directly to the facilities. Hand sanitizers and masks were pre-distributed to the distribution personnel to prevent COVID-19.

Mayor Dongjin Lee of Dobong-gu said, “This distribution is intended to reduce the economic burden on low-income groups and protect their health from COVID-19 and fine dust. We ask everyone to strictly follow COVID-19 prevention health guidelines, such as social distancing in daily life and always wearing masks when going out. The district will also do its utmost to prevent the spread of COVID-19.”

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