More than 100 young people receive free heart screenings at The Arc thanks to The Beat Goes On

More than 100 young people received free heart screenings at The Arc Community Hub recently, as we welcomed local charity The Beat Goes On for a day dedicated to raising awareness of cardiac health.

The charity, which works to identify potentially life-threatening heart conditions in young people, carried out screenings throughout the day, giving local young adults access to checks that could make a lifesaving difference.

The day saw a fantastic turnout, with over 100 people screened. Of those, four were referred for further investigation and seven were asked to attend follow-up appointments.

While most people who attended received reassuring results, the referrals highlight just how important these screenings can be. Heart conditions can often go unnoticed, especially in young people who appear fit and healthy, making early detection vital.

The event was hosted at The Arc as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of local communities and working with organisations that make a real difference.

Victoria Bradshaw, The Arc team leader, said”We were delighted to welcome The Beat Goes On to The Arc and support them in delivering this important event.

It was fantastic to see so many young people come through our doors to take advantage of the free screenings. The team from The Beat Goes On created a warm and welcoming environment, helping everyone feel comfortable throughout the day.

The fact that four people have now been referred for further investigation and another seven will receive follow-up support shows just how valuable these screening events are. If this event helps save even one life, then it has been absolutely worthwhile.”

The Beat Goes On was founded in memory of Nathan and has helped screen thousands of young people across the region, raising awareness of undiagnosed heart conditions and providing access to potentially lifesaving checks.

The success of the event highlights the power of partnership working and what can be achieved when organisations come together to support the community, we hope to work together more in the future.

For more information about The Beat Goes On and the work they do, visit their facebook page.