Lincolnshire FA & Lincoln Private Hospital Launch Free Cardiac Screening Initiative

Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam, Chair of the Lincolnshire Football Association, and Professor David O'Brien, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Lincoln Private Hospital, sat down to discuss a pioneering new cardiac screening programme for grassroots football across Lincolnshire. The pilot scheme will offer 100 free cardiac screening appointments for eligible players and referees aged 18-35, providing access to specialist heart assessments and expert clinical oversight. In this interview, they explain why the programme was developed, how the screening process works, and what it could mean for the future of player and referee wellbeing in grassroots football. 👇 Visit the link below to read the full story, check eligibility criteria and find out how to book an appointment below 🔗 tinyurl.com/43jhuun6