<a href="https://healthcare.utah.edu/coronavirus">COVID-19</a> was far from the world’s first go-around with a pandemic. In 2009, H1N1 claimed hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide. For nurses at the MICU who had cared for patients back then, COVID-19 at times was a haunting replay of the painfully familiar fight to treat patients struggling to breathe. As the first COVID patients came in, MICU staff faced ever-changing protocols and the unnerving realization that this virus was even more dangerous than anything they had faced before.

COVID-19 was far from the world’s first go-around with a pandemic. In 2009, H1N1 claimed hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide. For nurses at the MICU who had cared for patients back then, COVID-19 at times was a haunting replay of the painfully familiar fight to treat patients struggling to breathe. As the first COVID patients came in, MICU staff faced ever-changing protocols and the unnerving realization that this virus was even more dangerous than anything they had faced before.

<a href="https://healthcare.utah.edu/coronavirus" rel="noopener noreferrer">COVID-19</a> was far from the world’s first go-around with a pandemic. In 2009, H1N1 claimed hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide. For nurses at the MICU who had cared for patients back then, COVID-19 at times was a haunting replay of the painfully familiar fight to treat patients struggling to breathe. As the first COVID patients came in, MICU staff faced ever-changing protocols and the unnerving realization that this virus was even more dangerous than anything they had faced before.

Unit on the Brink: E2 - Echoes of the Past

CLINICAL takes you on an immersive journey into the inner workings of a hospital, offering a rare glimpse into the heart of an institution that is both complex and essential to our well-being. Hosts Stephen Dark and Mitch Sears guide listeners through the hidden and often overlooked corners of the hospital, shining a light on the unsung heroes who perform critical, behind-the-scenes roles. Through engaging storytelling, they uncover the untold, compelling lives of these individuals whose remarkable efforts, sacrifices, and dedication bring a human touch to the medical professionals we rely on in times of illness. These intimate stories reveal the depth of compassion, resilience, and humanity in those who care for us when we need it most.

Share Unit on the Brink: E2 - Echoes of the Past

Sign up to save your podcasts

Unit on the Brink: E2 - Echoes of the Past

Unit on the Brink: E2 - Echoes of the Past

More shows like Clinical

Talking U and Med Student Life

Healthy Kids Zone

7 Domains of Women's Health

The Scope Radio

Bundle Of Hers

Who Cares About Men's Health?

Cooking with the U of U Health Crew