Local foundation and commissioners announce free youth EKG screenings to detect cardiac risk

Steve Silverman and family representatives told the Aventura commission on June 2 about Eli's Lasting Impact, a foundation formed after the sudden death of Silverman’s son Eli. The foundation plans a free EKG screening program aimed primarily at high‑school athletes: an event is scheduled for July 28 at the high school referenced in the meeting record (transcript: 'Sofur/Donser High') and the organizers said they expect to screen roughly 400 students at no cost.

Silverman said the campaign grew out of a genetic cardiac diagnosis discovered after Eli’s death; he described how subsequent testing of family members identified treatable conditions. “We want to create a difference and an impact...we're going to do ... high‑school screenings,” he said. Commissioners expressed condolences and offered logistical support, and the mayor noted the city will publicize the event and help the foundation as needed.

The founders encouraged residents to follow Eli’s Lasting Impact online for more information and described the larger goal of expanding screening statewide. The commission voiced support for outreach and communications assistance leading up to the July event.