MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) announced today it is recruiting runners from around the world who benefit from medical technology to participate in the fourth annual Medtronic Global Heroes program. Up to 25 runners will be selected to receive a paid entry for themselves and a guest to the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon or the Medtronic TC 10 Mile and a travel package that includes airfare for the Global Hero and guest to the Twin Cities. The 28th Annual Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon weekend will take place Oct. 2-4, 2009. The deadline for applications is March 31, 2009.
