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After losing her hair during cancer treatment, Macarena turned to helping others

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A life-threatening illness was a turning point for Macarena Erbs who migrated from Chile. After losing her hair during cancer treatment, she started venture to help others in a similar situation. And her business is going from strength to strength.

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