[Itaewon Tragedy] Prime Minister Han Visits National Medical Center and Seoul National University Hospital... "Full Commitment to Treating the Injured"

Prime Minister Han Deok-su Orders Careful Support for Seriously Injured Patients, the Deceased, and Their Families

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[Asia Economy Reporter Ki-min Lee] Prime Minister Han Duck-soo visited the National Medical Center and Seoul National University Hospital, where the injured and deceased from the 'Itaewon Halloween crowd crush disaster' were transported on the 30th, urging thorough treatment for the injured and careful support for the deceased and their families.

On the afternoon of the same day, Prime Minister Han visited the situation room of the National Medical Center and Seoul National University Hospital, stating, "The tragic accident that should never have happened in Itaewon yesterday has resulted in 151 deaths so far, which is heartbreaking," and gave these instructions.

At the National Medical Center situation room, Prime Minister Han said, "There are still people who have sustained minor and major injuries and are being transported to hospitals for treatment," adding, "The government must mobilize all available medical resources to ensure thorough treatment for the injured and do its utmost to prevent further harm."

He continued, "The National Medical Center is the control tower for emergency situation management," and requested, "Please do your best to check in real-time whether there are any deficiencies in patient transport and treatment on site and to provide timely support."

He also emphasized, "I understand that both injured and deceased individuals have been transported to the National Medical Center," and said, "Please focus on treating the seriously injured and especially take meticulous care in supporting the deceased and their families."

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