Doctor urges marathon organizers to adopt evidence-based heat-stroke plans as climate change raises temperatures
A physician who treated a runner for heat stroke at the New York City Marathon says the event highlighted how extreme heat can overwhelm existing medical preparations.
He urges marathon organizers to develop evidence‑based medical response plans that account for rising temperatures linked to climate change. The call stresses the need for data‑driven strategies rather than ad‑hoc measures.
Suggested actions include continuous temperature monitoring, expanded cooling stations, increased medical staffing, and clear protocols for early identification and treatment of heat‑related illnesses. The doctor argues that such steps are essential to protect participants as heat waves become more common.
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Original headline: “Opinion: I treated heat stroke at the NYC Marathon. Marathons need to prepare for a climate-changed world”
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