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Rebecca Hersher
NPR science reporter covering the military's role in pandemic response.
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Apr 17, 2020
• 14min
When The Military Fights A Pandemic At Home
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Rebecca Hersher, NPR science reporter, examines the military's unexpected role in pandemic response. She recounts a pivotal night in Queens when military forces evacuated critically ill COVID-19 patients from overwhelmed hospitals. Hersher explores the challenges of adapting military training to civilian healthcare crises. Insights from the USNS Comfort's commanding officer reveal the unique challenges of providing care at sea. The resilience of military healthcare workers in chaotic settings highlights the importance of effective coordination in urgent patient care.
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