[Full Text] "Worsening Anxiety Symptoms" Oh My Girl Jiho Suspends Activities Due to Health Issues

Group Oh My Girl Jihyo / Photo by Oh My Girl Official Instagram Capture

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Ga-yeon] Jiho of the group Oh My Girl announced that she will temporarily halt activities and take a break due to health issues.

Oh My Girl's agency WM Entertainment shared the news of Jiho's activity suspension on their official fan cafe on the 13th.

The agency stated, "We have some unfortunate news to share with the fans who support Oh My Girl," and added, "Since the second half of last year, Jiho has been experiencing frequent health deteriorations and psychological anxiety symptoms, leading her to visit the hospital for treatment."

They continued, "Due to the recently worsened anxiety symptoms, it has been judged that it is difficult for her to carry out Oh My Girl's activities normally for the time being," and "We have reached the decision to prioritize the artist's health and take a temporary break."

Finally, they apologized, saying, "We are very sorry for causing concern with this sudden news," and added, "We will do our best to focus on her condition recovery and health management so that Jiho's absence will not be prolonged."

Meanwhile, Jiho debuted in 2015 as a member of the idol group Oh My Girl and has been actively promoting with hit songs such as "CLOSER," "Secret Garden," "Coloring Book," and "The Fifth Season." In December last year, she released her third album "Eternally" in Japan, achieving great popularity by ranking 3rd on the Oricon Daily Album Chart.

The following is the official statement from Oh My Girl's agency WM Entertainment

Hello, this is WM Entertainment.

We have some unfortunate news to share with the fans who support our artist Oh My Girl.

Since the second half of last year, Oh My Girl member Jiho has been experiencing frequent health deteriorations and psychological anxiety symptoms, leading her to visit the hospital for treatment.

However, due to the recently worsened anxiety symptoms, it has been judged that it is difficult for her to carry out Oh My Girl's activities normally for the time being. Therefore, the agency has reached the decision to prioritize the artist's health and take a temporary break.

We sincerely apologize for causing concern with this sudden news.

We will do our utmost to focus on Jiho's condition recovery and health management so that her absence will not be prolonged, and we kindly ask for your continued warm love and support for Oh My Girl. Thank you.