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US - Aug 8, 2026 - Utah girl Emma Meline was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia days before Christmas; her 2-year-old sister became her perfect bone marrow match - Emma Meline, a young girl diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia right before Christmas, found hope in her little sister Lucy. At only two years old, Lucy bravely became a bone marrow donor, granting Emma the chance for a life-saving transplant. After a challenging journey, Emma celebrated her fifth birthday at home, marking a remarkable recovery. This profound experience deepened the unbreakable bond between the two sisters.

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