TWICE Dahyun has tested positive for COVID-19. Her agency, JYP Entertainment, has since released a statement on the matter.
Read on for further details.
TWICE Dahyun Tests Positive For COVID-19 + JYP Entertainment Releases Announcement
On January 3, JYP Entertainment announced that TWICE Dahyun has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
In the statement, Dahyun has been recently tested with a rapid antigen test. The results on the examination came out as positive, leading Dahyun to be quarantined.
Further, JYP Entertainment also highlighted they will prioritize Dahyun's health first, for her quick recuperation.
See the following statement below:
"Hello,
This is JYP Entertainment
We regret to inform you that TWICE member Dahyun has tested positive for COVID-19, on Tuesday, January 3, according to a rapid antigen test.
On January 2 at 10:00 P.M. KST, a self-diagnosis kit test was utilized, and Dahyun's result came out positive. The positive result was verified on January 3 with a fast antigen test, and she is currently under quarantine in accordance with the health department's regulations.
We will put our artist's health first and do everything we can to ensure a speedy and successful recovery.
Thank you."
TWICE Jihyo & Sana Testing Positive For COVID-19 in 2022
In other news, TWICE leader Jihyo was also confirmed positive with COVID-19 last year. This led their fandom ONCEs to demand an extension for TWICE's promotions, following Jihyo's health condition.
JYP Entertainment also released a statement, informing fans of Jihyo's health and plans for recovery.
After the announcement, Jihyo took her thoughts online, reassuring ONCEs that she'll recover as soon as possible. She apologized to ONCEs for not being more careful with the virus, to which fans understand. "
"You must have looked forward to this comeback a lot. I'm so upset that I seem to have deflated your spirit. I'm sorry, I should've been more careful. Don't lose your energy because of me. I hope the upcoming album will be heartwarming and exciting. I'll come back as usual, okay?
Meanwhile, in April 2022, TWICE Sana remained in Japan due to having tested positive for COVID-19.
JYP Entertainment stated that TWICE had all undergone PCR testing at that time, in preparation for their departure after their Tokyo Dome tour.
When the results arrived, Sana confirmed positive while the other members were negative, causing her to stay behind in Japan to engage in self-isolation and quarantine.
The rest of the members took a flight back to Korea that day.
ONCEs voiced out their thoughts online regarding Sana's condition:
"Praying that everything will be alright. Praying for best possible outcome and everyone's safety!"
"I feel like my heart is about to burst every time I get a notification."
"Let's pray for her fast recovery. Get well soon, Sana. The 8 TWICE's members tested negative, but I hope they're also doing fine. Take care y'all and stay safe. Let's pray for members' safety."
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Written by Israel Monte