A special celebration for the biggest heroes — children facing some tough health battles — was held at a Miami hospital, thanks to some local first responders, and among those being recognized were two young survivors of a deadly holiday boat explosion.

The Second Annual Heroes Parade took place at Holtz Children’s Hospital, Friday morning.

The event have an opportunity to these heroic patients to be side-by-side with some everyday superheroes.

“To be able to look forward for an opportunity to get outside, to see other kids going through similar experiences, gives them the inspiration to participate in therapies throughout the week and gives them something to look forward to,” said Kim Juanico, Pediatric Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator at Holtz Children’s Hospital.

The Heroes Parade

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