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Trinidad, 13, Chile, chronic respiratory failure

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It all started with one single wish

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Make-A-Wish International Appeals for Help to Unwrap the Power of a Wish This Holiday Season 
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Make-A-Wish International Launches Global Appeal for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Featuring New Animated Campaign
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