BROWNS MILLS – NFL Alumni (NFLA) members will now be receiving quality care courtesy of Deborah Heart and Lung Center in Browns Mills.
A new partnership between NFLA Mt. Laurel and Deborah plans to treat members with cutting-edge cardiac, vascular and pulmonary care. This partnership ensures that former football players and their families, regardless of where they live, can access Deborah’s nationally-renowned medical services at its campus in Browns Mills.
“We are delighted to partner with the NFLA,” said Joseph Chirichella, Deborah President and CEO. “Football brings families and friends together as we root for our favorite team. Post career, it is an honor to link these players to quality healthcare. Deborah is recognized as a top 7% in the nation for heart surgery outcomes and we are excited to connect former players with our specialists.”
With over 10,000 members nationwide, the NFLA has a large membership base right here at home in New Jersey, some of which require special medical attention.
According to statistics compiled by the NFLA, football retirees over 50 years old have a 13.5 percent rate of coronary heart disease, 46 percent rate of high blood pressure and a 44 percent rate of high cholesterol. These former players also exceed the national averages for poor leg circulation and other heart conditions. A high percentage of NFLA members also suffer from sleep apnea, asthma and diabetes.
“NFL Alumni is proud to partner with Deborah Heart and Lung Center,” says NFL Alumni CEO Beasley Reece. “This partnership will grant our former players access to world class medical services across the country while supporting our mission to better the quality of life for our former NFL athletes.”
Through this partnership, NFLA members will receive one-on-one attention for their integrated care.
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