Black Heart Association to offer free screenings at Legion Field

The Black Heart Association will set up a free screening station at Legion Field on Saturday, October 31. The organization plans to operate from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Magic City Classic in Birmingham.

Tara Robinson and Fredrick Robinson founded the nonprofit in 2017. Tara Robinson, the co-founder and CEO, suffered three heart attacks before reaching age 40. She also lost a brother to heart disease, a condition that remains the leading cause of death in the Black community.

Robinson stated that survival is only the beginning. The group aimed to use its presence at the classic to focus on prevention for the next generation, not just immediate screening.

The Black Heart Association has completed more than 20,000 screenings through its Guard Your Heart Tour. The organization treats the Magic City Classic, the largest HBCU classic in the country, as a community gathering. Staff members encourage attendees to check their own health and the health of those they brought with them.

The nonprofit is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to expanding access to cardiovascular education and prevention. It partners with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Association of Black Cardiologists, Amgen, and Eli Lilly. Major media outlets, including Good Morning America and ABC News, have covered the group's work.

Attendees can expect practical steps for heart health management. The event coincides with the football game, bringing healthcare resources to a large crowd already gathered at the stadium.