Nine-year-old organ donation champion gets life-saving heart transplant
- Posted on July 21, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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A remarkable nine-year-old advocacy champion for organ donation receives a life-changing heart transplant after years of waiting. Dáithí Mac Gabhann, diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome at birth, finally gets his chance at a healthier future following his dedicated efforts to raise awareness about transplantation. His journey from patient advocate to transplant recipient demonstrates the profound impact of organ donation initiatives and the critical importance of donor registries in saving young lives.
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