Five Days at Memorial Life and Death in a Storm-Ravaged Hospital

Five Days at Memorial Life and Death in a Storm-Ravaged Hospital

by Sheri Fink

2016

When Hurricane Katrina flooded New Orleans, a New Orleans hospital became a crucible of life and death. As the waters rose and power failed, exhausted caregivers faced impossible choices about which patients to save, leading to accusations of hastening death. This gripping investigation delves into the harrowing events of those five days, exploring the ethical quandaries of end-of-life care and our readiness for disaster. It’s a profound look at human nature under duress, essential for anyone interested in medicine, ethics, or the complexities of crisis.

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