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We live with a 'heavy heart' knowing my brother's death was preventable

We live with a 'heavy heart' knowing my brother's death was preventable
BBC Northern Ireland Wednesday 23 September 2026, 16:05 UTC 1 min read
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Lee Gannon died at the Royal Victoria Hospital in February 2022 after experiencing breathing problems at his home in Belfast.

Lee Gannon died at the Royal Victoria Hospital in February 2022 after experiencing breathing problems at his home in Belfast.
Lee Gannon (PERSON) the Royal Victoria Hospital (ORG) Belfast (LOCATION)
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