Millennium Marathon Accra - Athlete Medical Waiver and Health Declaration
Please read this form carefully before signing. Your signature confirms your agreement to the following:
Waiver and Agreement:
- I am responsible for ensuring I am in good physical condition and have trained adequately for the race. If I am not in good physical condition, I will withdraw from the race or take extra precautions.
- I consent to receiving first aid if I am injured, have an accident, or become ill during the race.
- I will not allow anyone else to run in my place. If this occurs, I will not hold the organizers responsible for any accidents or injuries.
- I grant the organizers the right to use any materials (videos, photographs, articles, etc.) from the race, or related events to promote future Millennium Marathon events.
- I have read and agree to abide by the official rules of the Millennium Marathon, as detailed in the online registration form and on the event website.
Pre-Race Health Checklist: Please consult your doctor before participating if any of the following apply.
(a) Medical History – Consult your doctor if you have or have been diagnosed with:
- Any cardiac disease (e.g., cardiac inflammation, angina, cardiomyopathy, valvular disorder, congenital heart disease, irregular heartbeat).
- Ever lost consciousness (fainted).
- Experienced chest pain or dizziness during exercise.
- A family history of sudden death due to heart failure.
- Not had a physical examination in the past year.
(b) Risk Factors – Consult your doctor and stabilize your condition before the race if you have:
- High blood pressure (hypertension).
- High blood sugar or diabetes.
- High LDL cholesterol or triglyceride levels (hyperlipidemia).
- A history of smoking.
Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk:
I confirm that I have read and understood the terms above and the Pre-Race Health Checklist, and I confirm I am able to participate in the race.
I assume all risks of injury, harm, loss, cost, inconvenience, or other damage related to my participation, including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, weather conditions (heat and/or humidity), traffic, and road conditions. I understand and accept these risks.