Actor of "Family is Number 1" reveals terrifying obsession with rare brain disease

MiloJun 09, 2025 at 09:58

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Actor Jung Il Woo left a deep impression on the audience through the movie "High Kick Through the Roof" not only gaining sympathy thanks to his handsome appearance but also because of his diverse and emotional acting style.

However, recently, he made fans worried when sharing about his increasingly unstable health condition.

Recently, in a TV show, Jung Il Woo moved many viewers when he shared for the first time about the brain aneurysm he had to face. After a traffic acciden.t in 2006, the actor was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, causing him to live in constant fear: "I am always haunted and do not know when I will leave."

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Jung Il Woo confided that after discovering his illness, he went through a period of deep depression and withdrew into himself for a month. However, the pilgrimage to Santiago later became a major turning point, helping him regain hope and the strength to continue living. "I cried my eyes out during the last mass of the trip," he recalled emotionally.

From then on, Jung Il Woo learned to live more slowly, cherish every moment of the present and no longer fear things that have not yet come. He shared: "I realized that no one knows what tomorrow will bring, so the important thing is to do everything you want and live fully in the present."

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Actor Jung Il Woo was lucky to have been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm early – one of the most dangerous and “silent” diseases today. Thanks to the timely detection, he overcame the critical stage and continued to maintain a positive life, inspiring many people. Not only did he stop at sharing his personal story, Jung Il Woo also enthusiastically warned people about the dangerous signs of the disease and emphasized the importance of paying attention to brain health early.

Cerebral aneurysm is often referred to as a "hidden enemy" because of its silent and difficult-to-detect nature. Most cases are only discovered by chance when the patient goes for a routine health check-up or due to trauma. This is a condition in which the brain's bloo.d vessels are enlarged, at risk of rupture causing a cerebral hemorrhage - a serious complication that can lead to damage or disability. Therefore, controlling risk factors and early screening is extremely important.

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Experts recommend that people with high bloo.d pressure and diabetes should maintain a healthy lifestyle and have regular health check-ups to detect the disease early. In particular, the risk of cerebrovascular disease is increasing in young people due to the impact of the environment and living habits.

Jung Il Woo’s case is a clear example of this situation. In the past, many people thought that cerebrovascular diseases only occurred in the elderly, but in fact, factors such as work pressure, prolonged stress, unscientific eating habits and lack of exercise are making this disease more common in young people. This increase is a warning bell that each person needs to equip themselves with knowledge and change their living habits to protect their long-term health.

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Jung Il Woo became emotional as he recalled the difficult time after discovering his illness, experiencing depression and anxiety about the future. Thanks to the pilgrimage to Santiago and the support of his family, he regained his faith and learned to cherish every moment, slowing down to enjoy life more fully.

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Jung Il Woo’s story not only warns about the dangers of brain aneurysms but also encourages people to pay more attention to their health. Taking care of the brain, the control center of the body, is essential, along with regular health check-ups and a healthy lifestyle to prevent risks. Health is a precious asset, the foundation for us to enjoy life and fulfill our dreams. Hopefully, his story will inspire more people to be more aware of protecting their health and living more fully.

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