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'Heaven gained another Angel': 9-year-old girl from Alden dies days after testing positive for the flu

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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — 9-year-old Mia Klyczek has passed away just days after testing positive for flu B, according to a GoFundMe page set up for her and a Facebook post from her mother.

Her mother, Christina, wrote the following on Facebook:

"Heaven gained another angel tonight. God knew she was too perfect for this world. We will love you forever, Mia Sofia."

The organizers of the GoFundMe page shared the following:

"As of this evening, Heaven gained another Angel. Thank you for your continued support of Mia and her family."

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 Mia Klyczek, of Alden

Klyczek went to the ER at Oishei Children's Hospital during the early morning hours of February 19, after a slight fever and vomiting.

According to the GoFundMe, the 9-year-old had a seizure and was sedated with a breathing tube.

Her family said doctors believe flu B has caused severe swelling and bleeding in the brain, along with heart issues.

7 News spoke with a family friend who said the family is overwhelmed and appreciative of all the support during this time.