Heart of an athlete: La Crosse doctors try to understand COVID-19's strain on heart
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – Doctors at Mayo Clinic Health System have their eyes on athletes’ hearts after they contract COVID-19. This group is one of the healthiest populations, but viruses can damage the heart. If an athlete returns too quickly, the consequences could cost someone their life. Kenosha Tremper High School Graduate Lauren Fleming finds joy on the field. “It’s like soccer football and hockey kind of all in one,” Lauren Fleming said, describing her sport, Lacrosse. “It definitely does take some hand-eye coordination for sure.” COVID-19 accompanied Fleming’s fresh...
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