News Analysis
An uptick in sudden cardiac arrest cases has been widely reported in recent years. The incidents, many of which have occurred in celebrities and athletes, have sparked discussions among experts and the public.
Lisa Marie Presley, the 54-year-old daughter of American singer Elvis Presley, was the latest in a series of notable cases. Presley passed away on Jan. 12 after being admitted to the hospital due to a cardiac arrest earlier in the day.
Buffalo Bills players huddle in prayer after teammate Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field following a tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Jan. 2, 2023. (Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
On Jan. 2, millions of “Monday Night Football” viewers were watching in real-time as 24-year-old Damar Hamlin, a safety for the Buffalo Bills, stood up after a seemingly ordinary tackle and collapsed a few seconds later….