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7-Year-Old Girl's Heartwarming Care for Sick Father Goes Viral

2/2/2026

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San Mengru, a seven-year-old girl in northeastern China, cared for her sick father in a hospital.
A man named Pei shared a video of her at the adjacent bed on January 18.
Her father is in his 40s and hospitalized for heart disease.
Her parents are divorced, and other relatives work in different cities.
The online story resonated with millions.

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Story summary

San Mengru, a seven-year-old girl in northeastern China, cared for her sick father in a hospital.
A man named Pei shared a video of her at the adjacent bed on January 18.
Her father is in his 40s and hospitalized for heart disease.
Her parents are divorced, and other relatives work in different cities.
The online story resonated with millions.