Health Equity

One Hospital Was Besieged by the Virus. Nearby Was ‘Plenty of Space.’

Abstract: Even as Elmhurst faced “apocalyptic” conditions, 3,500 beds were free in other New York hospitals, some no more than 20 minutes away.

Publication: The New York Times

Date Published: May 14, 2020

Author(s): Jim Dwyer

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