A historic meeting between chiropractic and Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) leadership took place on March 10th, 2026, in Washington, D.C., featuring representatives from chiropractic national organizations, professional associations and policy principals. The collective goal: advancing the role of chiropractic in improving the health of Americans. Meeting participants focused on long-standing issues that have affected the chiropractic profession for decades, including access to care, reimbursement parity, and ensuring DCs have an appropriate role in national health policy discussions.
| Digital Exclusive1991 Boston Marathon: 26.2 Miles for Chiropractic
Arlington, Virginia -- Be part of a special team that will be competing in the Boston Marathon, not just for the joy of running, but to raise funds to respond to the urgent need for chiropractic research. On Monday, April 15, 1991, dedicated chiropractors on the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) Team will be running, along with thousands of other competitors in the Boston Marathon.
Dr. Mark Elfman, team coordinator, encourages all doctors, students, and chiropractic assistants who have already qualified in a prior race to join this dedicated team of professionals. His goal is to have a team of 25 runners and to raise more than $15,000 to help FCER fund vital research and education programs.
Even if you are unable to run, you can be an important part of the FCER Boston Marathon Team by making a special donation to sponsor the team. All contributors will receive a special 1991 FCER Team Backer lapel pin. If you give $100 or more, you will also be eligible to participate in a drawing to win a $150 gift certificate to the sporting goods store of your choice; two of these valuable prizes will be given away.
For information about joining the FCER Boston Marathon Team, call or write to: Dr. Mark Elfman, 17 Cocassett St., Ste. #1, Foxboro, MA. 02035, (508) 543-0764. For more information about being an FCER Team Backer, contact: FCER, 1701 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, Virginia 22209-2327.