South Korean presidential hopeful says state should pay for hair loss treatment

Proposal for hair regrowth on public healthcare insurance by Lee Jae-myung criticised for naked populism

South Korea’s ruling party presidential candidate has ignited a fierce debate after proposing that the country’s public healthcare insurance should cover hair loss treatment.

Lee Jae-myung’s proposal this week has triggered a flood of messages of support on online communities for people suffering hair loss – but also prompted accusations that it was a bald attempt to win votes.

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