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Sudden death

Perfectly healthy and very fit, going about their studies or work…..suddenly they collapse and die. Dropping dead due to the heart stopping suddenly seems to be the explanation, leaving dear and near ones in shocked disbelief.
 

Importance of screening athletes

We need to screen our athletes and not only those at national level but also at university and school level, stresses Dr. Gamini Galappatthy quoting the recent incident where English soccer player Fabrice Muamba collapsed on the field during a game.
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