What does the cryptic crossword clue "Fan of sickness benefit? (10)" mean?

The definition is "Fan of sickness benefit?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). VENTILATOR (synonym of "Fan of sickness benefit?") The answer is VENTILATOR.

Fan of sickness benefit? (10)

Guardian Cryptic #25215 | 22 Across | 2011-01-10 flower

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