Korean singer -actor Chung Lim passes away at 37 after battling Colon cancer

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Chung Lim, also known as Han Chung Lim, has tragically passed away at the age of 37 after a prolonged battle with colon cancer, according to media reports. Born in 1986, Chung Lim made his debut in 2004 through the popular K-Drama, «I’m Sorry, I Love You.» He later ventured into the music industry, debuting as a singer in 2009 with his first EP, STEP.

While he continued to steal hearts with his acting talent, Chung Lim drew comparisons to the beloved star Kim Tae Hee from the series "Stairway to Heaven" during his early days in the entertainment industry. His last appearance was in 2010 in «Smile, Mom,» where he made a guest appearance.

Although the exact duration of his battle with colon cancer remains unknown, reports suggest that he fought the disease for an extended period before his unfortunate demise.Colon cancer Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is characterized by the development of small polyps inside the colon, which can gradually transform into cancerous cells. It ranks as the third most prevalent cancer worldwide.

The World Health Organization (WHO) reported nearly 2 million cases of colon cancer in 2020 alone, causing nearly 1 million deaths annually.Symptoms Early identification of symptoms plays a crucial role in the successful treatment of colon cancer. Common signs include persistent changes in bowel habits, alterations in stool consistency, rectal bleeding, abdominal discomfort, cramps, gas, pain, frequent urge to empty the stomach, weakness, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss.International Agency for Research on Cancer The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), WHO's cancer research arm, highlighted Asia as the region with the highest burden of colorectal cancer, responsible