Local girl, facing rejection years after multi-organ transplant, asking for Valentine’s Day cards

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PITTSBURGH — An Ellwood City girl who received a multiple organ transplant in 2016 has a special request this Valentine’s Day – and you can help.

Kyree Beachem, 12, who received a four-organ transplant, is back in Children’s Hospital battling organ rejection, according to posts on a Facebook page dedicated to updating supporters.

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To help lift her spirits, Kyree is asking for cards this Valentine’s Day.

In November 2016, Kyree was nearing liver failure when she received a liver, pancreas, colon and intestines.

The transplant also drew worldwide attention.

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If you’d like to send Kyree a card, you can send it by mail to: Kyree’s Dream Team, PO Box 490 Ellwood City, PA 16117.

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