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Michael

Michael is no stranger to the IWK Telethon for Children. We first met this incredible young man in 2011 when he was battling a brain tumour. Now in remission, Michael is studying engineering and continues to give back to the place that saved his life. Let’s see how Michael is doing today.

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Zaccari, IWK Patient

Zaccari

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Alyssa, IWK Patient

Alyssa

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