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A Pa. woman died of a rare condition during the New York City Marathon. Here's what causes rhabdomyolysis
Samantha R. Patel
Samantha R. Patel
Reporter · King of Prussia, PA
Samantha has a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from West Chester University and has spent the last 4 years covering community issues for the King of Prussia Community Bulletin. She is particularly interested in community activism and local events, striving to highlight the voices that often go unheard. Her work is driven by a commitment to storytelling that fosters connection.
More from Samantha →Reporter · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 5:12 PM · 1 min read
Rachel Apa, 24, of Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, reportedly died of rhabdomyolysis while running the New York City Marathon on Sunday. The rare condition causes the muscles break down, releasing toxins throughout the body.
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