Race launches medical history program
Here's an item posted by Running USA, about the Beach-to-Beacon race in Cape Elizabeth, ME.
The TD Banknorth Beach to Beacon 10K has launched a pilot program to collect the medical history of runners and enhance care on race day. Race officials are urging runners to participate in the voluntary program. The TD Banknorth Beach to Beacon is the first road race nationwide to implement an online personal health record service as part of the medical care provided to runners. Race officials are partnering with MedicalSummary.com to offer the 2008 race field an opportunity to submit vital medical information safely and securely online. In the past, race officials relied solely on a rapid medical team response from a well-educated staff to help an ailing runner, as doctors had no way of determining medical history along the course.