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A shocking UK study reveals that simple heart checks are uncovering hidden cardiac dangers in young women—far more than previously thought. Out of 40,000 screened girls and women aged 14 to 35, 175 had undiagnosed issues, with 94 at high risk for sudden death. This flips the script: it’s not just athletes or men. Early detection could save lives—like in Kaitlin’s case, who collapsed during netball, now lives thanks to a defibrillator. But screening isn’t perfect: 92 cases were missed, including 28 serious ones. The UK is now weighing whether to screen all teens, balancing lifesaving potential against unnecessary anxiety. A public consultation looms—because catching these silent killers early might just be the difference between life and death.

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