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Teen’s Courageous Journey to Save Her Life | Birmingham News
A brave 17-year-old soccer player from St. Clair County, Julianna, is heading to Houston for life-saving surgeries after Medicaid initially denied coverage—only to reverse its decision a week later, sparking joy and relief. Doctors at MD Anderson will remove cancerous bone, likely resulting in the loss of her leg, but Julianna remains focused on living, seeing this as a chance to redefine her future. Amid an outpouring of support from celebrities, athletes, and politicians, she draws strength from heartfelt messages. Her surgeries are scheduled for August 4th and 6th, and her family is asking…
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