Leila Fadel

Leila Fadel, NPR's correspondent who reported from a Los Angeles hospital, shares her firsthand experiences amid the COVID-19 crisis. She vividly describes the harrowing conditions in the ICU, comparing their work to 'battlefield medicine.' The discussion highlights the struggles of healthcare workers facing overwhelming patient loads, the inequities in vaccine distribution, and the urgent need for reform in healthcare access for marginalized communities. It's a poignant look at the human side of this ongoing battle.