Paul McCann, a seasoned marathon runner from Dublin, traveled to the Czech Republic for the Prague Marathon on May 4, expecting a routine race. However, during the marathon, he encountered serious health issues. Without the rare specialist treatment he received in Prague, his doctors stated that his condition would likely have been fatal. This incident highlights the critical importance of access to specialized medical care during athletic events, underscoring how unforeseen medical emergencies can arise even in familiar situations for experienced participants.
"Without the rare specialist treatment available in the Czech capital, Dubliner Paul McCann's doctors said he would probably have died."
"Paul McCann's trip to the Czech Republic for the Prague Marathon on May 4 ought to have been uneventful."
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