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

by Sheri Fink

Concepts of triage and medical rationing are a barometer of how those in power in a society value human life.

Life and death in the critical first hours of a calamity typically hinged on the preparedness, resources, and abilities of those in the affected community with the power to help themselves and others in their vicinity.

Who are you to decide whether or not my misery is enough for you to put me out of it without my consent or permission?