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‘The Damar Effect’: Demand for AEDs surges, leaving those in need waiting

August 9, 2023Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier JournalComments Off

Damar Hamlin’s sudden cardiac arrest raised awareness and demand for AEDs. But it’s left a supply shortage and a wait for the life-saving devices.

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Churchill Downs, HISA announce new safety initiatives after recent spike in horses deaths

June 1, 2023June 1, 2023Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier JournalComments Off

Churchill Downs released Thursday one of two expected announcements on track safety at the famed horse-racing track.

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Freezing Point, Chloe’s Dream die Saturday at Churchill Downs ahead of Kentucky Derby

May 6, 2023May 6, 2023Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier JournalComments Off

Two more horses were euthanized on Saturday at Churchill Downs, the sixth and seventh to die leading up to the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.

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Kentucky high school football player dies after sustaining head injury in spring scrimmage

April 5, 2023April 5, 2023Stephanie Kuzydym, Louisville Courier JournalComments Off

Kentucky high school football player Andrew Dodson died days after being injured during a spring football scrimmage.