The news that USC freshman Bronny James collapsed during basketball practice at the Galen Center on Monday came as a shock. In July 2022, James’ future USC teammate Vincent Iwuchukwu went into cardiac arrest and collapsed during practice at the Galen Center at the age of 18. Risk Factors for Cardiac Emergencies in Young AthletesA 2016 study found that NCAA athletes ran a 1-in-53,703 risk of sudden cardiac death. The Link Between COVID-19 and Cardiac ArrestThere is no evidence to suggest a direct link between COVID-19 vaccines and cardiac arrest. , the recent cardiac arrest of USC freshman Bronny James highlights the ongoing issue of cardiac emergencies in young athletes.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 26, 2023 07:47 UTC