Genesys Heart Institute Physician Group (GHIPG) physicians will conduct free student heart screenings for students age 12 to 19. Board certified GHIPG physicians will conduct the screenings in Suite 3452 of the hospital from 4:00 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. on June 25, July 14, August 20 and August 25.

To register your student, go to www.Genesys.org/StudentHeartScreenings and choose a time that works for you.

The screenings are designed to help identify any pre-existing heart conditions that potentially could increase a student’s risk of complications during vigorous physical activity. Studies have shown that many seemingly healthy students will die of sudden cardiac arrest. While it can strike those who are sedentary, the risk is up to three times greater in competitive athletes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

The screening process takes approximately 30 minutes.

Please tell your family and friends about these free student heart screenings offered at Genesys. If you need more information, call the GHIPG office at 810-606-7550.