Radiolab Ukraine: Under the Counter
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Jan 20, 2023 Katz Laszlo, a reporter dedicated to European current affairs and reproductive health, shares a gripping story about a young doctor in Germany determined to deliver abortion pills to war-torn Ukraine. As she navigates Poland's strict abortion laws, a high-stakes covert operation unfolds, highlighting the emotional struggles and ethical dilemmas faced by those involved. Personal anecdotes reveal the chaotic realities at the Polish-Ukrainian border, while the urgent need for medical supplies amplifies the risks and complexities of humanitarian aid during a crisis.
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Body Bag Donations
- Evgenia posted on Facebook requesting body bags for Ukraine, but received minimal donations.
- People were hesitant to donate, associating body bags with death and the grim realities of war.
Vicky's Border Experience
- Vicky, a doctor, volunteered at a German donation center after the invasion.
- Despite warnings, she joined a convoy to the Polish-Ukrainian border, finding a lack of official aid organizations.
The Need for Abortion Pills
- While ill, Vicky saw online requests for abortion pills for Ukrainian women raped by Russian soldiers.
- Her border experience motivated her to help, despite previously believing larger organizations would handle it.