Workers are nearly finished installing 3 ½ miles of stainless steel nets — creating what officials call a “suicide deterrent system” — strung on both sides of the bridge, end to end.

The 27-year-old housing officer went to Bridge End Surgery in March with complaints of a persistent cough.

The BBC said Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust has been approached for comment and that Bridge End Surgery offered the family its condolences.

Bridge End Surgery said: "As always, we would reiterate to people that if you're experiencing potential cancer symptoms, please get in touch with your GP practice."

Bridge End Surgery has offered the family its condolences.