Suncheon-si Supports Fetal Abnormality Test Fees for Healthy Childbirth

Support up to 100,000 KRW for all pregnant women regardless of income

[Suncheon=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Hyung-kwon] Suncheon City, Jeollanam-do (Mayor Heo Seok) announced on the 22nd that it will support fetal anomaly screening costs for all pregnant women in the area to overcome low birth rates and support the birth of healthy children.

The support target is pregnant women residing in the city, and support is provided up to twice per test with a personal burden limit of 50,000 KRW per test, allowing for a maximum support of 100,000 KRW.

Applications for fetal anomaly screening cost support can be submitted to the city health center after receiving the first (11?13 weeks) and second (16?18 weeks) tests at obstetrics and gynecology clinics in the area since the 1st of this month, along with the application form, the pregnant woman's resident registration certificate, medical fee receipt, detailed medical fee statement, bankbook copy, and ID card.

Additionally, the city supports newlyweds and prospective couples' health checkups, folic acid support for prospective parents, prenatal examinations for pregnant women, and folic acid and iron supplements for pregnant women to promote maternal health and healthy fetal growth and development.

For more detailed information regarding support, please contact the Childbirth Promotion Team of the Health Project Division at the city health center.

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