CEO and Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at IJN Prof Datuk Dr Mohd Ezani Md Taib explains that cases of marathon runners collapsing mid-event are often linked to heart conditions that go undetected - not a lack of fitness.
This is why health screening is essential, especially for anyone above 30 or those planning to take part in intense sports activities.
He emphasises that individuals with a strong family history of early heart disease or sudden death must be even more cautious.
The good news: many of these conditions can be identified with basic tests if people screen early.
For anyone training hard, joining marathons or engaging in rigorous sports, a simple heart check could save your life.
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