Free heart screening for 14-35s this weekend

Thursday, 25 September 2014 11:00

Young people on the Island are being encouraged to sign up to have their hearts screened this weekend.

Craig's Heartstrong Foundation has organised the screening at Noble's Hospital for people aged between 14 and 35-years-old.

There's currently around 40 places left for the testing which will look for underlying heart defects.

Chairman Paul Healey explains how important for it is for young people to be certain of a healthy heart:

To book your place online; visit craigsheartfoundation.co.uk.

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