Core Insights - South Korea is experiencing a significant rise in vegetable prices due to ongoing high temperatures, with the government raising the heat crisis alert level from "caution" to "warning" [1] Price Changes - The retail price of spinach has reached 9,740 KRW (approximately 51 RMB) per kilogram, marking an increase of over 40% compared to the same period last month [1] - Other seasonal vegetables such as lettuce, radishes, and green onions have also seen price increases ranging from 10% to 30% compared to last month [1] Health Impact - The number of patients suffering from heat-related illnesses, such as heatstroke, has reached 470, which is an increase of approximately 20% compared to the same period last year [1]