Korean Epilepsy Society "Military Service Evasion Crimes Must Be Strictly Punished"

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Gwan-ju] As suspicions of military service corruption involving 'false epilepsy' are rapidly escalating, the Korean Epilepsy Society has called for a thorough investigation and strict punishment of those involved.

On the 5th, the society issued a statement saying, "We strongly condemn the criminal act of 'epilepsy military service evasion'."

However, the society emphasized the need to prevent the spread of incorrect prejudices about epilepsy due to this incident. The society explained, "Epilepsy is not a rare disease that can occur at all ages, and through consistent self-management and treatment, most patients lead normal lives."

It added, "Epilepsy patients are expressing anxiety that the negative reputation of epilepsy may worsen due to this incident, leading to increased social restrictions and discrimination," urging, "Instead, all of us should properly understand the disease called epilepsy and warmly encourage and support epilepsy patients so that they can confidently stand as members of society."

The society also stressed, "Strictly punishing those who commit crimes by abusing epilepsy and establishing preventive measures against such criminal acts are the responsible authorities' solutions."

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