Give Ohio Students the Heart Protection They Deserve
Urge Ohio Senators to Protect Young Hearts
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The American Heart Association has a long history of protecting hearts and we are launching a campaign specifically designed to protect the hearts of young athletes.
Parents, coaches, and teachers are the support system that allows student athletes to play safely and confidently. They know how important it is to check for heart problems early, detect potential issues, and protect every student before they step onto the field.
House Bill 437 to protect young hearts is set to be heard by the Senate Health Committee when lawmakers return from recess, but we need your voice to ensure that happens. Your senator needs to hear that you support this issue.
The heart is a complex organ, and there’s no single test that can detect all indicators of heart conditions. That’s why the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology support an evidence-based, layered approach (includes the assessment, any follow-up testing deemed necessary by a health care professional, and cardiac emergency response plan). This surrounds student athletes with protection, checking for problems so they can be monitored and treated early, while also ensuring schools are prepared for emergencies if they occur.
This starts at a student’s regular sports physical, with a full assessment that includes a physical exam and a review of personal and family history. This assessment is the best way for their health care professionals to identify serious conditions that may need additional testing.
We are committed to protecting students from cardiac emergencies. By speaking up for this issue, you are helping us change the future of health for Ohio students.
CALL YOUR SENATOR TODAY!
