READING, Pa. – The recent Reading Hospital Road Run raised about $40,000 that will be used to strengthen critical care services at the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit and to support the expansion of the Emergency Department.
A longstanding Berks County tradition, the event offers a variety of races, walking events and family activities for people of all ages.
“I look forward to running in this race every year, and as a longtime emergency care physician, I’m especially proud that this year’s Road Run will benefit our Emergency Department,” said Dr. Charles F. Barbera, Reading Hospital president and CEO.
According to a news release from the hospital, more than 900 runners, walkers, volunteers and community supporters participated in this year’s event, which was held last Sunday.
“Just days after breaking ground on the new John and MaryAnne Post Center for Emergency Care, we’re reminded that events like these are only possible because of the incredible generosity of our community,” said Katherine E. Thornton, president of the Reading Hospital Foundation, which funds the Road Run.
Local runner Adam Hughes celebrated completing his 50th half marathon at this year’s event.
It was also his 10th consecutive year finishing the race’s half marathon, “despite numerous injuries and setbacks along the way,” the news release said.
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