Heart screenings at Amplus Academy aim to prevent sudden cardiac arrest in youth

LAS VEGAS — A community-driven initiative at Amplus Academy is making strides in preventing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) among young athletes.

Hosted by the nonprofit Vegas For Athletes, the Heart & Health Event on Friday provided crucial screenings for student-athletes to detect signs of SCA, the leading cause of medical death in youth sports.

Since 2023, Southern Nevada has faced the tragic loss of four young athletes due to SCA…

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