Hampyeong County Saves Residents' Lives Through Health Management Program

Finding a Missing Dementia Patient
Emergency Arrhythmia Surgery

Hampyeong County is protecting residents' health through a home-visit health care program. Photo by Hampyeong County

Hampyeong County in South Jeolla Province is receiving recognition for its prompt response in safeguarding residents' health through its meticulous home visit health management program.

According to the county on September 19, on the afternoon of September 10, when a heat wave advisory was in effect, a report was filed that an 88-year-old dementia patient, referred to as Mr. A, had gone missing. A visiting nurse, after seeing the safety alert message, confirmed that Mr. A was a participant in the home visit health management program. The nurse found Mr. A wandering along a roadside about 4 kilometers from his home within an hour and safely returned him to his family.

In August, a visiting nurse discovered abnormal signs after measuring the blood pressure of Mr. B, aged 75, and immediately recommended hospital treatment. Mr. B underwent surgery at a higher-level hospital right away, which saved his life. It was a tense moment that could have led to greater danger if not for the nurse’s careful observation and swift action.

Additionally, Mr. C, a 70-year-old myocardial infarction patient participating in the elderly health management program, checked his activity tracker and noticed an "abnormal heart rate alert," prompting him to go to the hospital immediately. A detailed examination revealed arrhythmia, allowing him to receive emergency treatment. Mr. C expressed his relief, saying, "The activity tracker saved my life."

County Governor Lee Sangik emphasized, "These cases show how even small attention and a quick response can make a huge difference. We will continue to be a reliable health guardian, providing help to residents whenever they need it, as closely as possible."

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