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Hyrox Events: Why a Cooling Tub Must Be at Every Medical Post

After the Lyon death in May 2026, what measures must Hyrox organisers take to protect participants from exertional heat stroke? A practical guide for medical directors.

30 May 2026

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Hyrox and Heat Stroke: Why This Discipline Carries a High Thermal Risk for Athletes

The death of a 28-year-old woman at Hyrox Lyon in May 2026 raises critical questions about the specific thermal risk of this discipline and the cooling protocols that must be in place.

30 May 2026

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Hyrox Lyon Death, Paris Marathon Incidents, BSPP Response: Pentecost 2026 Weekend Exposes the Gap in Heat Stroke Field Response

A 28-year-old woman dies at Hyrox Lyon, multiple collapses at running events, 7 heat-related deaths across France. This weekend exposes the urgent need for on-site cooling protocols at sporting events.

26 May 2026

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IOC, World Athletics, ASPETAR: What the International Sports Medicine Consensus Says About Heat Stroke at Events

The IOC Adverse Weather Impact Expert Working Group, co-led by Dr. Sebastien Racinais of ASPETAR Qatar, established international standards for heat stroke management at sports competitions. What every event medical director must implement.

24 May 2026

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Trail, marathon, and Hyrox 2026: the heat stroke protocol every event medical team needs

The 2026 endurance season is underway. Exertional heat stroke is the primary life-threatening emergency at summer running events. Here is the complete medical protocol for event teams.

21 May 2026

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