The number one killer of young athletes in America is not gun violence, suicide or injuries, it is sudden cardiac arrest, according to the National Institute of Health. About 100 athletes die from it each year. It’s a scary statistic for any family and the reason why Gov. Greg Abbott signed HB 76 into law. As a result, all Texas high school athletes can now get their heart checked as part of their required sports physical. Dr. Kunjan Bhatt gave In Focus Texas host Dr. Nicole Cross a breakdown of sudden cardiac arrest and what parents can do to check for and treat the deadly condition.
Promoting Heart Health in Athletes
PUBLISHED February 16, 2020 @2:05 PM