According to the report, North Korea's "people-oriented" free medical care system was founded in 1953 and protected by the Constitution adopted in 1972 and the Public Health Law which came into effect in 1980.
North Korea has always adhered to the principle of "self-reliance", and the medical and health system also emphasizes self-sufficiency. However, North Korea has also received assistance from United Nations organizations and international non-governmental organizations. Medical insurance is mainly provided through government-run medical centers, insurance and social security systems provided by the state. The state is also responsible for providing medicines and medical supplies.
Where there are workers in cities, rural areas, fishing villages and remote areas, there are medical institutions and medical workers, doctors are responsible for the division of labor, and the state is responsible for taking care of the health and life of workers. All citizens can get prevention and treatment before they get sick, and the state pays special attention to the health of children, pregnant women and the elderly.
All forms of medical services, such as outpatient, hospitalization and home visits, as well as diagnosis, laboratory tests, functional diagnosis, surgery and meals, are free of charge. In addition, medical expenses and medicines such as physical examination, midwifery and corrective appliances for the disabled are also free. The socialist Constitution and People's Security Law of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea firmly guarantee the right to receive free medical care!