Regional inequalities in excess mortality and its community determinants during the early COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea.
Eunah KimWoojoo LeeSung-Ii ChoPublished in: Journal of epidemiology and community health (2024)
Substantial regional disparities in excess mortality existed within South Korea during the early stages of COVID-19 pandemic. Weaker segments of the community were more vulnerable. Local governments should refine their preparedness for future novel infectious disease outbreaks, considering community circumstances.