Source: Fox News
Summary
Matt Hasselbeck, a three-time Pro Bowl quarterback, has partnered with the Family Heart Foundation to raise awareness about cholesterol screening. After his father’s sudden death from cardiac arrest, Hasselbeck got screened and was surprised to find his cholesterol levels were high. He urges families and fans to get screened and provides resources for at-home cholesterol testing.
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The game followed a familiar script: a healthy athlete with a family history of heart disease gets a wake-up call after a loved one’s sudden passing. Hasselbeck’s story is a reminder that even the fittest among us can be at risk.
Hasselbeck’s playing career was marked by his ability to avoid defenders, but it’s his new mission to help others avoid the invisible threat of high cholesterol.
As a football player, Hasselbeck knew when he was injured, but with cholesterol, the danger is hidden. His partnership with the Family Heart Foundation aims to make screening a priority.
Getting screened is the easiest thing ever, Hasselbeck says, but it’s a crucial step in lowering risk and honoring loved ones. The stats don’t lie: 209 games, 36,638 yards, and 212 touchdowns can’t compare to the impact of a single cholesterol screening.
Author: Evan Null
