concept   treatment of common cold
culture   South Korea
statement   South Koreans prefer traditional herbal remedies and use face masks to prevent the spread of the common cold.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 catch cold South Korea Wearing a mask when you catch a cold is a common courtesy to prevent spreading germs to others. 1
2 cold medicine South Korea Traditional herbal remedies and natural treatments are often preferred over over-the-counter cold medicine, and there is an emphasis on rest and self-care. 1
3 common cold South Korea Common colds are taken more seriously, and people often wear masks to prevent the spread of germs when they are sick. 1
4 hot/cold therapy South Korea Hot/cold therapy, like hot spring baths and cold water immersion, is deeply ingrained in traditional bathing culture. 1
5 treatment of common cold Korea Herbal remedies and traditional medicine, such as ginger tea and ginseng, are often used to treat common cold in these East Asian countries. 1
6 treatment of common cold South Korea Wearing face masks to prevent the spread of the common cold is a common practice in South Korea. 1