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Father loses his 'Miss Samoa' to dengue

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By Marieta Heidi Ilalio 16 July 2025, 7:30PM

Eight-year-old Faith Melchoir has become the second child to die from dengue this year. Her parents watched on helplessly on Monday night as doctors fought a losing battle to save the girl.

By Marieta Heidi Ilalio 16 July 2025, 7:30PM

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