Short Wave Voices From A Ukrainian Hospital Damaged By Russian Attacks
Apr 13, 2022
Ari Daniel, a Science Desk reporter for NPR covering the health impacts of the war in Ukraine, shares powerful stories from a hospital in Chernihiv that has been devastated by Russian attacks. The podcast presents harrowing firsthand accounts from healthcare professionals who experienced the chaos and emotional strain during the attack. Medical staff navigate the destruction, transforming the facility into a triage center while providing critical care under immense pressure. Ari also discusses the challenges of reporting from a war zone and connecting with those on the front lines.
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Hospital Attack in Chernihiv
- On March 16th, City Hospital No. 2 in Chernihiv, Ukraine, was attacked.
- Explosions shattered windows, filled hallways with dust, and caused patients and staff to scream.
Trauma Surgeon in Chernihiv
- Pediatric surgeon Alexander Ryshenko became a full-time volunteer trauma surgeon in Chernihiv.
- He extracts shrapnel and bullets from patients amidst ongoing artillery bombing.
Challenges and Resilience
- Chernihiv's hospitals are damaged, with only three partially open.
- Despite challenges like scarce fuel and freezing temperatures, the remaining staff strive to heal patients.