Drummer Meg White is suffering from acute anxiety and is unable to travel at this time.

The White Stripes have canceled all remaining tour dates through the end of the year, this includes all dates in the UK this Fall.

Meg\'s problem first reared its ugly head when the duo were preparing for a concert in Texas. The White Stripes sincerely apologize to their fans, stating:

“We hate to let people down and are very sorry. Thank you for your understanding and well wishes.\"

Fans can obtain refunds for their tickets at point of purchase, except for Austin City Limits Festival which is nonrefundable due to it being a festival. If you purchased your tickets for any of the canceled shows via a fan pre-sale on the band’s web site, please email tix@musictoday.com for refunds.

Acute anxiety
Acute anxiety, also known as panic disorder, is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.

Many who experience a panic attack for the first time fear they are about to pass out or having a heart attack.