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Update on Russian invasion of Ukraine; Nurse staffing problems at state hospitals continue

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Smoke rises from an air defense base in the aftermath of an apparent Russian strike in Mariupol, Ukraine
Smoke rises from an air defense base in the aftermath of an apparent Russian strike in Mariupol, Ukraine, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. Russian troops have launched their anticipated attack on Ukraine. Big explosions were heard before dawn in Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa as world leaders decried the start of Russian invasion that could cause massive casualties and topple Ukraine’s democratically elected government. Evgeniy Maloletka/AP Photo

We discuss the situation in Ukraine with a sociology professor who researches Russia and other former Soviet countries. Then, we discuss the ongoing challenges that hospitals have with staffing shortages.

Featured in this Show

  • Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

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    We discuss the latest developments in Russia’s attacks on Ukraine with an expert on Russia and other former Soviet countries.

  • Hospital staffing shortages lead to fierce competition between healthcare employers

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    Citing dangerous situations for patients due to understaffing, a recent lawsuit prevented healthcare workers from starting new jobs at a different hospital. We speak with the Director of the Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative about how these staff shortages are affecting rural hospitals.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Ted Gerber Guest
  • Tim Size Guest
  • Trevor Hook Producer

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