On the 20th, JYP Entertainment announced that "Chaeyoung has recently been diagnosed with vasovagal syncope. After consulting with medical professionals and undergoing thorough examinations, it was concluded that she needs additional recovery time." The agency stated that Chaeyoung will be halting her activities for the time being to focus on rest.
The agency explained, "Currently, Chaeyoung aims to take sufficient rest and recover her condition by the end of the year. Based on the judgment that her health should be prioritized, she will minimally participate in or be unable to attend upcoming schedules."
As a result of this decision, Chaeyoung will not be participating in the scheduled world tour stops in Kaohsiung, Hong Kong, and Bangkok. The agency conveyed, "Chaeyoung herself feels deep regret about this. We also apologize once again to the fans for her absence from fan events and the world tour since late October."
Finally, the agency added, "We sincerely apologize for causing concern to the fans who always send warm love. We will do our utmost to support Chaeyoung so she can return to the fans in good health as soon as possible. We ask for your support and encouragement for her speedy recovery. We deeply apologize for delivering such news again and thank the fans for their understanding."
Official Statement from JYP Entertainment
Hello, this is JYP Entertainment.
We would like to provide information regarding TWICE's Chaeyoung's health status and future activities.
Chaeyoung has recently been diagnosed with vasovagal syncope. After consulting with medical professionals and undergoing thorough examinations, it was concluded that she needs additional recovery time. After extensive discussions, Chaeyoung has decided to temporarily halt her activities to focus on treatment, stability, and sufficient rest.
Currently, Chaeyoung aims to take sufficient rest and recover her condition by the end of the year. Based on the judgment that her health should be prioritized, she will minimally participate in or be unable to attend upcoming schedules.
Additionally, she will not be able to join the scheduled world tour performances in Kaohsiung, Hong Kong, and Bangkok. Chaeyoung herself feels deep regret about this, and we convey this sentiment to you. We also apologize once again to the fans for her absence from fan events and the world tour since late October.
We sincerely apologize for causing concern to the fans who always send warm love. We will do our utmost to support Chaeyoung so she can return to the fans in good health as soon as possible. We ask for your support and encouragement for her speedy recovery. We deeply apologize for delivering such news again and thank the fans for their understanding.
Thank you.
Sincerely, JYP Entertainment
Reporter Min-Kyung Lee, Ten Asia 2min_ror@tenasia.co.kr