Charity Runs Held in Argentina and Guatemala Draw Hundreds

The fourth edition of the Maratón +Vida took place in Bella Vista, Argentina, organized by the Secretaría de Desarrollo Humano and the Centro +Vida. Ninety‑eight participants ran a 2.6‑km course along the waterfront, with special distances for children from the Centro Sin Barreras. Coordinator Yanina Sosa highlighted the event’s link to the International Day for the Prevention of Problematic Substance Use and emphasized mental‑health awareness.

In Totonicapón, Guatemala, the third edition of the 5K and 10K Sportown Los Altos race attracted more than 250 athletes. The event, run by Gimnasio Sportown Los Altos, raised funds for children and elderly people in need. Dr. Aarón Amézquita oversaw health checks, and participants received medals, shirts, and other awards after completing routes that passed the local sports complex and central park.