Korean Reading Practice

박나래 ‘링거이모’, 의사도 간호사도 아니었다…”반찬값…

📅 December 15, 2025

1Introduction

This reading material discusses the controversy surrounding a person known as the “IV Auntie” who is accused of providing illegal medical services to the comedian Park Na-rae. The “IV Auntie” has claimed that she does not recall providing any illegal treatment and was simply trying to earn some extra money.

2Vocabulary

Korean Romanization Meaning Example
의혹 uirok suspicion, allegation 그녀는 불법 의료 시술에 대한 의혹을 받고 있다.She is facing suspicions of providing illegal medical services.
파장 pajang repercussion, backlash 이 사건은 큰 파장을 일으키고 있다.This incident is causing a major backlash.
거듭 georeob repeatedly, again and again 그녀는 불법 진료를 했는지 질문에 “전혀 기억이 안 난다”라고 거듭 주장했다.She repeatedly claimed that she does not recall providing any illegal treatment.
반찬값 banchanggap money for side dishes 그녀는 동네 약국에서 약을 보내줘서 반찬값 정도 벌었다고 말했다.She said she earned some money for side dishes by getting medications from a local pharmacy.
고발 gobal to file a criminal complaint 임현택 대한의사협회 전 회장은 이달 초 ‘주사이모’ A씨를 검찰에 고발했다.The former president of the Korean Medical Association filed a criminal complaint against “Injection Auntie” A.
불법 bulbeob illegal 그녀는 불법 의료 시술을 했다는 의혹을 받고 있다.She is facing allegations of providing illegal medical services.
시술 sisul medical procedure 그녀는 박나래에게 불법 의료 시술을 했다는 의혹을 받고 있다.She is facing allegations of providing illegal medical procedures to Park Na-rae.
기억 gieok memory 그녀는 “전혀 기억이 안 난다”라고 거듭 주장했다.She repeatedly claimed that she does not recall.
나이 nai age 나이도 있고 제가 시력도 안 좋다고 말했다.She said she is old and has poor eyesight.
시력 silyeok eyesight 나이도 있고 제가 시력도 안 좋다고 말했다.She said she is old and has poor eyesight.

3Reading Text

개그우먼 박나래에게 불법 의료 시술을 한 의혹을 받는 속칭 ‘링거이모’ B씨가 “기억이 안 난다”는 입장을 밝혔다. 이로 인해 큰 파장이 일고 있다.

The so-called “IV Auntie” B, who is accused of providing illegal medical services to comedian Park Na-rae, has stated that she does not recall the incident. This has caused a major backlash.

B씨는 박나래가 개그우먼이라는 사실은 알지만, 불법 진료를 했는지에 대한 질문에 “전혀 기억이 안 난다”라고 거듭 주장했다. 그녀는 동네 약국에서 약을 보내줘서 반찬값 정도 벌었다고 말했다.

B claimed that she is aware that Park Na-rae is a comedian, but repeatedly stated that she does not recall providing any illegal treatment. She said that she earned some money for side dishes by getting medications from a local pharmacy.

B씨는 나이가 있고 시력도 좋지 않다고 덧붙였다. 앞서 알려진 박나래의 일명 ‘주사이모’ A씨와는 다른 인물이다.

B added that she is old and has poor eyesight. She is a different person from the so-called “Injection Auntie” A who was previously mentioned in relation to Park Na-rae.

임현택 대한의사협회 전 회장은 이달 초 ‘주사이모’ A씨를 검찰에 고발한 바 있다. 이번 사건으로 박나래를 둘러싼 불법 의료 시술 의혹이 다시 불거지면서 큰 파장이 일고 있다.

The former president of the Korean Medical Association had filed a criminal complaint against the “Injection Auntie” A earlier this month. With this new incident, the allegations of illegal medical services surrounding Park Na-rae have resurfaced, causing a major backlash.

B씨는 자신의 행동이 불법이었다는 점을 인정하지 않은 채 반찬값을 벌기 위해 약을 보냈다고 주장했다. 그러나 이런 행위는 의료법 위반에 해당할 수 있다.

B did not acknowledge that her actions were illegal, and claimed that she simply sent medications to earn some money for side dishes. However, such actions may constitute a violation of the Medical Service Act.

이번 사건은 유명 연예인을 둘러싼 불법 의료 시술 의혹이 다시 불거진 것으로, 향후 어떤 결과가 나올지 주목된다.

This incident has reignited allegations of illegal medical services surrounding a famous entertainer, and it remains to be seen what the outcome will be.

4Comprehension Questions

Q1
Who is the “IV Auntie” that is mentioned in the text?
Q2
What is the “IV Auntie” accused of doing?
Q3
How does the “IV Auntie” respond to the allegations against her?
Q4
What reason does the “IV Auntie” give for her actions?
Q5
How does this case relate to the previous “Injection Auntie” case involving Park Na-rae?

5Cultural Notes

In Korean culture, terms like “Auntie” (이모) are often used informally to refer to older women, even if they are not actually related. The use of these terms can indicate a sense of familiarity or closeness. The controversy surrounding the “IV Auntie” and “Injection Auntie” cases highlights the concerns around illegal medical practices and the need for stricter regulation and enforcement in the healthcare industry.

Source: Naver News |
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