"South Korean Doctors' Mass Resignations Spark Public Health Alert and Surgery Cancellations"

Over 70% of trainee doctors in South Korea have submitted resignations in protest against a government plan to increase the intake of medical students, leading to disruptions in major hospitals and affecting patient care. The strike has left nurses to take on additional responsibilities, prompting concerns about patient safety. The government has issued back-to-work orders and threatened legal action against the striking doctors, while critics argue that the increased number of doctors may impact the field's social prestige and competitive pay. The strike reflects broader concerns about the healthcare system and the distribution of doctors across different specialties.