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Illinois teen with muscular dystrophy gets wish to see dolphins granted in Key Largo
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Matthew Garcia , as published by WSVN 7 News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about Meizelis' experience are available from WSVN 7 News, which reported on the event. An 18-year-old from Illinois recently had a wish granted in Key Largo.
An 18-year-old from Illinois recently had a wish granted in Key Largo. The teen, Brent Meizelis, has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a severe genetic disorder that causes muscle weakness. For a day, he was able to take a break from medical appointments and get an up-close look at dolphins.
This experience was made possible for Meizelis, who faces a life-threatening illness. Further details about Meizelis' experience are available from WSVN 7 News, which reported on the event.
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Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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