Dáithí’s Heart Wait Ends | Belfast News

After a nine-year wait — the longest for any child in the world — Dáithí Mac Gabhann has finally received a new heart, thanks to the tireless advocacy of his family that helped pass Dáithí’s Law, Northern Ireland’s soft opt-out organ donation system. His father Mairtin, honored with an MBE, and Dáithí himself, granted the freedom of Belfast, turned a personal tragedy into a national movement. Now, as Dáithí begins his recovery, the family thanks the anonymous donor’s family for their profound gift — and vows to protect their privacy during this deeply emotional time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/39d46278a018acb3