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first_reported: 2026-11-06 23:21 EST
updated: 2026-11-06 23:21 EST
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# Family of Rachel Apa starts nonprofit for rhabdomyolysis awareness

The family of Rachel Apa, a New York City Marathon runner who collapsed and died during the race, started a nonprofit in her name.

Section: [Health](/new-york/section/life.md) · Entities: [Rachel Apa](/new-york/wiki/rachel-apa.md)

## Coverage

- [CBS New York](https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/video/family-of-nyc-marathon-runner-who-died-starts-foundation-to-raise-rhabdomyolysis-awareness/), 2026-11-06 23:21 EST: Family of NYC Marathon runner who died starts foundation to raise rhabdomyolysis awareness

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