The event featured two heart health information sessions led by Black cardiologists, and tests including blood pressure, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and echocardiograms.

Rams senior manager of partnership management Bianca Graves said the day was “a day to encourage people to learn about heart health.” [and] We put them in front of Black cardiologists through education and resources. ”

Hosting the event at Faithful Central Bible Church was intended to encourage Black health and engage the community in showing up to support the Rams. Graves added that seeing Black cardiologists and pastors involved in this effort “shows us that there is limitless potential in the Black community.”

The event also recognized the accomplishments of LA native and UCLA standout Kenny Washington, who was the first black player to sign with an NFL team in the modern era, ending a 12-year ban on black players in the league. focused. Washington died of heart and lung problems at the young age of 52. By combining Washington’s accomplishments with his life sciences, Edwards expanded his influence while spreading awareness about the importance of heart health screenings.

“This church has four pillars: discipleship, family and community involvement, and outreach. [event] All four,” Thompson said.

Edwards Lifesciences is a global leader in patient-centered innovation in structural heart disease and critical care monitoring. Driven by a passion for patients, Edwards is dedicated to improving and enhancing lives through partnerships with clinicians and stakeholders across the global healthcare landscape. Edwards is an official sponsor of Rams Legend His Community, which aims to raise awareness about heart valve disease and make heart valve disease screening part of his plan for everyone over 65. is.

To learn more about the Rams’ community outreach efforts, visit www.therams.com/community.