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Methacton School District is partnering with Simon’s Heart to host a Free Youth Heart Screening on October 14, 2024. This event aims to identify and address potential heart conditions in individuals between the ages of 14 and 25.
Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death for young athletes, claiming thousands of lives each year. Through this free screening, Methacton and Simon’s Heart hope to provide early identification for these often-undetectable conditions.
EVENT DETAILS:
This event is open to individuals ages 14 to 25 only. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Date: Monday, October 14, 2024
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Methacton High School Main Gym, 1001 Kriebel Mill Rd, Eagleville, PA 19403
- Pre-Registration Required: www.methacton.org/heart_screening
The comprehensive heart screening will involve four steps:
- Completing a brief medical history and consent form
- Blood pressure, height, and weight evaluation
- Heart examination and electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Echocardiogram for select students, if deemed necessary
To volunteer at the event, click here.
ABOUT SIMON'S HEART
Established in 2005 in memory of Simon Sudman, a seemingly healthy three-month old who died from an undetected heart condition. The founders want to ensure that no other child dies from a detectable and treatable heart condition. The organization provides free heart screenings to students; advocates for legislation to protect student athletes; distributes AED devices; promotes research through its digital registry and raises awareness through cause marketing campaigns. https://www.simonsheart.org
