Florissant to Host Heart Health Screening Event
Colin's Heart Foundation will provide free cardiac screenings and education at McCluer High School on October 24.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Heart Disease
Colin's Heart Foundation is hosting a free heart health fair at McCluer High School in Florissant on October 24, 2026. The event aims to increase community access to vital cardiac information and training following the death of Colin Hill.
Why it matters
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that causes thickening of the heart muscle and can often go undetected during routine physicals. Organizer Chris Hill established the fair to prevent future tragedies by increasing public awareness and access to screenings.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that is detectable through an electrocardiogram or echocardiogram. It occurs when the heart muscle thickens unexpectedly.
The players
Colin's Heart Foundation
This organization was established to promote heart health awareness and education following the passing of Colin Hill.
Chris Hill
He is the organizer behind this initiative to improve access to cardiac information and preventative screening.
Colin Hill
He passed away on October 28, 2025, after suffering from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy despite having passed a sports physical.
The details
The event features hands-on CPR and AED training for the public, alongside a walk-through mega heart theater for detailed cardiac anatomy education. The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is entirely free for all attendees.
Timeline
October 28, 2025: Colin Hill passed away due to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
October 24, 2026: Colin's Heart Foundation will host the heart health fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Health Landscape
This initiative follows the death of Colin Hill, which occurred just 81 days after he passed a routine sports physical. The fair marks a shift toward specialized cardiac screening programs that address the diagnostic limitations of standard athletic health checks.
Residents attending the event gain access to potentially life-saving CPR training and AED instruction. The fair provides a practical way for local families to learn about heart anatomy and the warning signs of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
The takeaway
Early detection through electrocardiograms or echocardiograms is essential for managing genetic heart muscle conditions. Residents are encouraged to utilize this community event to gain practical emergency response skills like CPR.
Further reading
For more information on cardiac health and risk factors, visit the Heart Disease section.
