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'Everyone I Know Has Lost Someone': An Update From India

May 7, 2021
Lauren Frayer, an NPR International Correspondent based in Mumbai, reveals the harrowing reality of India's COVID-19 crisis. She discusses the staggering daily infection rates, the overwhelming pressure on healthcare systems, and a severe shortage of medical supplies. With poignant stories of families in distress, Frayer highlights the challenges in vaccination efforts, exacerbated by a new variant. Listeners gain insight into the emotional toll of lockdown life and the urgent need for global collaboration to address this health emergency.
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