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  •  Mario Vidaurre, 41
    Died after a struggle with a West Oaks staffer. Video of detective interview with staffer.
  •  Steven Burton, 55
    Failed to receive adequate doctor's care at Sierra Vista Hospital. Audio slideshow of 911 call
  •  Crystal Marshall, 17
    Died of a rare blood disorder after Cumberland Hospital delayed calling 911
  •  Alan Chambers, 42
    Asphyxiated himself at West Oaks Hospital
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