Hefzy, a practicing Muslim, races in a hijab, inspired by her patients, has competed in major marathons and ultramarathons while managing her career as a neurologist and caring for her three children.
The Western States Endurance Run covers a hundred miles with a cumulative climb and descent of 20,000 feet, requiring runners to finish within 30 hours.
The program, initiated in 2021 to enhance access to state parks for Californians, faced budget cuts but received support from advocates who sent over 5,000 emails to legislators, resulting in its funding extension till 2025.
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