A 25-Year Analysis of Athlete Mortality in the United States: Causes, Trends, and the Role of Resource Disparities
Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Published online on January 23, 2026
Abstract
Sports Health, Ahead of Print.
Background:Despite advancements in preparticipation physical examinations and cardiovascular evaluations, sport-related mortality persists. This study assesses athlete mortality over 25 years, stratifying data by sport, state, cause of death, ...
Background:Despite advancements in preparticipation physical examinations and cardiovascular evaluations, sport-related mortality persists. This study assesses athlete mortality over 25 years, stratifying data by sport, state, cause of death, ...