Eight runners hospitalised after collapsing during South Korea marathon

What Happened

Eight runners collapsed from heat-related illnesses during the DMZ Peace Marathon in Paju, South Korea, as temperatures reached 30°C. Twelve participants fell ill with convulsions, dizziness, and hyperventilation. Eight were hospitalized, including one requiring intensive care. Authorities attributed the incidents to runners pushing themselves despite extreme heat conditions unusual for mid-April.

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