The ASTK group member JinJin (real name Park Jin-woo) was reported to have received a military exemption due to an autoimmune disease.
On the 2nd, the agency Fantagio stated in an official position that "JinJin was deemed unable to serve in the military after a precision physical examination by the Military Manpower Administration due to health issues related to an autoimmune disease."
It added, "Although there are no issues with daily life, periodic hospital visits for examinations and management are necessary, so based on medical opinions that special collective life like military service is a burden, he received exemption from military service," asking fans for their heartfelt understanding.
Fantagio noted, "Above all, we will prioritize the health of the artist and continue activities," and requested continued interest and support for JinJin's activities.
The following is the full statement from Fantagio.
The following is Fantagio's official statement.
Hello,
This is Fantagio.
We provide guidance regarding ASTK's JinJin's military service.
JinJin was deemed unable to serve in the military based on the results of a precision physical examination by the Military Manpower Administration due to health issues related to an autoimmune disease.
Although there are no issues with daily life, we inform you that he received a military exemption due to medical judgment that periodic hospital visits for examinations and management are necessary, making collective life like military service burdensome.
We prioritize the health of the artist above all and will continue activities.
We express our deep gratitude to the fans who always send their support, and we ask for your continued interest in JinJin's activities.
Thank you.
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