A notice in a Gyeonggi Province hospital’s injection room urging patients to pull down their pants only slightly has captured widespread attention online after an eyewitness shared a photo.
Unexpected Notice Sparks Surprise
On April 2, a man in his 20s visiting the facility for a name change procedure spotted the sign affixed to the injection room wall. He expressed shock, stating, “I couldn’t believe my eyes.”
The notice, titled ‘Injection Room Etiquette,’ explicitly instructs patients: “Please lower your pants only a little below the hip where the injection will be administered.” It adds an earnest plea: “We sincerely request those who pull them down excessively to refrain, as it burdens our staff.”
Hospital Chief Explains Rationale
Hospital officials clarified the purpose behind the sign. The chief noted, “Even after repeated reminders, some individuals continue pulling down excessively, so we felt compelled to post this.”
Further details include: “If guests keep doing this despite our requests, we will refuse the injection.” Another section warns: “Please avoid remarks that could constitute sexual harassment.” The chief emphasized, “Such behavior persists because too many people fail to show consideration for others who might be watching.”
Addressing potential criticism, the chief added, “There are plenty of decent individuals out there, but we’re just trying to prevent issues. Those who act this way are few, yet they necessitate these measures.”
Netizens Share Similar Experiences
The post elicited reactions from online users sharing comparable encounters. One commented, “At an acupuncture clinic, despite the ‘lower pants slightly’ sign, someone pulled their underwear down to their ankles.”
Others recounted: “I saw someone in Gyeonggi pulling socks down to their ankles while waiting seductively,” and “For an ECG, which only requires lifting the shirt, one person lowered their pants anyway.”
Many agreed the notice addresses a real problem, with nurses reportedly explaining it stems from elderly patients fully exposing themselves, leading to harassment complaints.
