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Thousands Walk to Support the Fight against Breast Cancer

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San José is transformed once a year for the annual walk for breast cancer. The main drag – Paseo Colón – is flooded with pink-shirted, balloon-waving walkers and runners dressed in sports clothing and carrying water bottles. Organizers say this is the largest turn out they’ve had.

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