A Norfolk rugby club has screened the hearts of players and supporters as part of its commitment to look after the health of its members.

Wymondham Rugby Club subsidised the cost of the cardiac screening so that young people aged between 14 and 35 could have the tests that can reveal hidden heart problems.

“We’re a club now with more than 800 players across all the age groups. That’s a big responsibility to make sure we’re looking after their safety so sessions like this are vital,” said club trustee David Clover.

The screening session was laid on with the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young. CRY wants all young people to undergo heart screening and warns of the dangers of undiagnosed problems.

Dr Steven Cox, chief executive of CRY, said: “Every week 12 young people in the UK die suddenly from a previously undiagnosed heart condition.

“In 80% of these cases, there will have been no signs or symptoms until it is too late, which is why CRY believes screening is so vitally important, particularly for those involved in regular physical activity.”

Nearly 50 people were screened at Wymondham Rugby Club’s ground at Barnard Fields with only a couple of minor health issues discovered. It’s the latest medical session laid on by the club, with prostate cancer blood tests and mental health first aid training offered and a menopause reset session planned for August.

“We pride ourselves on being a family club and it’s so important we look after everyone’s wellbeing,” said David.

To register interest for a cardiac screening near you visit: testmyheart.org.uk