Tel Aviv hosts largest marathon in Israel's history with 50,000 runners, several suffer heatstroke

Over the course of the marathon, 35 runners received medical attention at Sourasky Medical Center's medical tent,

27 Feb, 11:02 — 27 Feb, 11:02

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Why this matters

Marathons are significant global events that attract large numbers of participants and spectators, often boosting local tourism and showcasing a city's organizational capabilities. Hosting Israel's largest marathon to date underscores Tel Aviv's growing prominence as a major international city and a hub for large-scale public events. The unfortunate incidents of heatstroke also highlight the critical importance of public health planning and safety measures in mass gatherings, particularly in regions prone to high temperatures.

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Key entities

Tel AvivHost city IsraelCountry where event took place Sourasky Medical CenterMedical service provider runnersMarathon participants

Coverage Timeline

First report: Yahoo · 27 Feb, 11:02|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 0m|Window: 0m

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