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Playing It Safe: Free Cardiac and Concussion Screenings for Young Athletes

PLAYING IT SAFE: FREE CARDIAC AND CONCUSSION SCREENINGS FOR YOUNG ATHLETES

Saturday, September 7 from 8 a.m. to Noon

Experts recommend cardiac and concussion screenings for young athletes every two years. This event will feature cardiac screenings for young athletes ages 6 to 18, open to the first 150 athletes, and concussion screening for young athletes, 12 and older, open to the first 80 athletes.  Screenings are offered through the Matthew J. Morahan, III Health Assessment Center. This event will take place at Monmouth Medical Center, located at 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch. An appointment is required by calling 1-888-724-7123.

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