[Full Text] Heo Ji-woong "Consecutive Unfortunate Events Happened... Health Deterioration"

Broadcaster and writer Heo Ji-woong shared an update on his recent condition on his Instagram on the 13th, revealing that his health has recently deteriorated. The people in the photo are lawyer Shin Yoo-jin (left), Heo Ji-woong (center), and critic Heo Nam-eun (right). Photo by Heo Ji-woong Instagram capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Yeon-ju] Broadcaster and writer Heo Ji-woong recently shared news about his deteriorating health.

On the 13th, Heo Ji-woong posted on his Instagram, "Even I can see that my expression is not good. In the past few weeks, there have been consecutive unfortunate events in my personal life. Because of that, I have been suffering from stress, and my health suddenly worsened."

He expressed his feelings, saying, "I have a regular follow-up examination early next month, and my mind is complicated."

He added, "Today’s Heo Ji-woong Show was with the always hardworking lawyer Shin Yoo-jin and critic Heo Nam-woong," and said, "Everyone, please be careful of stress during the remaining social distancing period and always stay healthy."

The photo released along with the post showed Heo Ji-woong, lawyer Shin Yoo-jin, and critic Heo Nam-woong.

Previously, Heo Ji-woong revealed in December 2018 that he had been diagnosed with malignant lymphoma. At that time, Heo said, "I was diagnosed with malignant lymphoma. It is a type of blood cancer. I had swelling and lethargy for a while, but I did not think it was a sign of a serious illness."

Heo Ji-woong began chemotherapy treatment immediately after announcing his battle with the disease and announced his complete recovery in May last year, eight months after his diagnosis.

Since then, Heo Ji-woong appeared on MBC variety shows such as "I Live Alone" and "Golden Fishery - Radio Star," showing his improved health.

Recently, he has been meeting listeners daily through SBS LoveFM’s "Heo Ji-woong Show."

Meanwhile, Heo Ji-woong continues his career as a writer, having authored books such as "Drifting in Korea," "The Situation of Mr. Kim Gap-su in Gaepo-dong," and "My Dear Enemy." His essay "On Enduring Life," published in 2014, has been loved by many readers.

He also gained recognition by appearing on various programs including JTBC’s current affairs program "Ssulzun," JTBC’s variety show "Witch Hunt," and SBS’s variety show "My Ugly Duckling."

Full text of Heo Ji-woong’s Instagram post below

Today’s Heo Ji-woong Show was with the always hardworking lawyer Shin Yoo-jin and critic Heo Nam-woong. Even I can see that my expression is not good. In the past few weeks, there have been consecutive unfortunate events in my personal life. Because of that, I have been suffering from stress, and my health suddenly worsened. I have a regular follow-up examination early next month, and my mind is complicated. Everyone, please be careful of stress during the remaining social distancing period and always stay healthy.

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