Aging Korea must put prevention first: GSK Korea chief

As South Korea grapples with the realities of becoming a super-aged society, healthcare systems should evolve beyond treating illnesses and place greater emphasis on preventing them before they occur, says Gunnar Riediger, country president of GSK Korea. “I think the good thing is that people are living longer. This is great news,” Riediger said in an interview with The Korea Herald in Seoul last week. "Now what is probably the most relevant element in that respect? It's not only about living mo