In the K-pop world, health concerns among idols are always a matter of grave importance. Recently, Kim Chaewon from the popular group LE SSERAFIM announced her temporary hiatus due to health issues, sparking concern and support from fans worldwide.
Kim Chaewon's health journey took an unexpected turn after receiving treatment for influenza A.
Despite her efforts to recover, she continued to experience dizziness, leading her to seek further medical attention.
On October 16th of this month, her management agency, Source Music, conveyed the medical team's recommendation that she should take some time off to recuperate and stabilize her health.
This unfortunate turn of events resulted in Kim Chaewon having to forego her scheduled pre-recording sessions and other commitments for the day.
LE SSERAFIM, the group she is a part of, has decided to continue their activities as a four-member group, with Kim Chaewon temporarily stepping back from her responsibilities.
In the midst of this announcement, fans turned their attention to a recent vlog video posted by Kim Chaewon on LE SSERAFIM's official YouTube channel.
In the heartfelt video, Kim Chaewon presented herself without makeup, revealing her concerns about her health.
She openly shared, "The truth is, my condition isn't great, and I'm worried. After the Nagoya concert's first day, my throat was hurting a lot. My throat condition wasn't good, but I did everything to protect it because I wanted to do well on the second day. Thankfully, I think I did well on the second day of the Nagoya concert."
In a poignant follow-up part of the video, Kim Chaewon spoke in a noticeably softer voice. Subtitles appeared on the screen, saying, "Don't worry. Right now, I'm happily eating pasta and adding subtitles. There are no audio issues. I just whispered to save my throat suddenly." Her awareness of her throat condition struck a chord with fans, who empathized with her situation.
The K-pop community and internet users, in general, expressed their unwavering support for Kim Chaewon. Messages such as "We'll support your speedy recovery," "I can see that your condition wasn't good; don't get sick," "Recover well and come back," and "Focus on your health since it comes first; don't get sick and concentrate on recovery" flooded social media platforms. Fans collectively urged her to prioritize her well-being.
On a different note, LE SSERAFIM, which consists of Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae, is gearing up to release an English digital single titled "Perfect Night" on the 27th of this month, despite Kim Chaewon's temporary absence. Fans are eagerly anticipating the group's upcoming musical offering.
In this challenging time, the outpouring of support from fans stands as a testament to the strong bond between idols and their devoted supporters in the K-pop industry.
Kim Chaewon's health remains a top priority, and fans are hopeful for her swift recovery and return to the stage.
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