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Uinyeo
'''' () were female physicians who specialized in the treatment of women during the Joseon period (1392 – 1910) of Korea. The ŭinyŏ were established as a solution to social taboos against women receiving treatment from male physicians. The ŭinyŏ system first appeared in 1406 after King Taejong ordered its establishment in the Jesaengwon'' (濟生院 health care centers for commoners).
Musuri
Musuri is a Korean term referring to female slaves in charge of odd chores in the court during the Goryeo and Joseon Dynasty of Korea. Their main tasks were miscellaneous works such as drawing water from a well, making a fire in the fireplace or cleaning.