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18th edition of Bulgarian Christmas raises money for the treatment of 326 children

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80 more children have received financial support for individual medical treatment from the latest edition of the initiative Bulgarian Christmas. The campaign, organized under the patronage of the President of Bulgaria, raised 1 million 850 thousand Leva. With the support of the public, the Bulgarian Christmas helps provide timely diagnosis and treatment by providing modern medical equipment for children’s clinics and hospital wards nationwide.

The 18th edition of the fund-raising initiative focuses on children with severe chronic diseases. The money has so far reached 326 children, the presidential institution has announced.

Compiled by Gergana Mancheva




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