8/28 Talk about the seasonal illnesses in Korea.

Winters in Korea are freezing cold.

ex> I can’t stand this freezing cold weather.

The flu and even pneumonia become more common during this season. Come spring, there’s yellow dust to worry about. The yellow sand storm blows in from China’s deserts.

* blow in from: ~에서 불어오다

ex> The gentle summer breeze blows in from the south.

The harmful dust lingers in the air. People wear masks to avoid breathing in the bad air.

* breathe in (the) bad air: 나쁜 공기를 들이마시다

ex> Breathing in bad air is not good for old people.

The dust can cause eye irritation, throat infections, and even skin allergies. When summer comes around, there are more cases of heat exhaustion. Plus, people stay in air-conditioned rooms to avoid the scorching heat and humidity. However, excessive exposure to air-conditioning can lead to cold-like symptoms.

ex> Her cold-like symptoms were found to be pneumonia.

Finally, in the fall, the morning lows and the afternoon highs tend to vary quite a bit. People with heart conditions or high blood pressure should take caution.

* the morning lows: 아침 최저기온

* the afternoon highs: 낮 최고 기온

* vary quite a bit: 차이가 제법 나다

ex> Temperatures vary quite a bit at this time of year.

@ Don’t stay outdoors for too long.  밖에 너무 오래 있지 마.

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