Helene Campbell runs in final leg of Torch of Life relay

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Posted June 19, 2012 7:01 pm.

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Double-lung transplant recipient Helene Campbell ran the final leg of the 110-day Torch of Life relay, which helped to raise awareness for organ donation.

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