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The Search For Survivors Continues In Haiti Following Massive Earthquake

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A man recovers what he can after a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Haiti. (Richard Pierrin/Getty Images)
A man recovers what he can after a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Haiti. (Richard Pierrin/Getty Images)

In Haiti, the search for survivors continues after a massive earthquake hit the southwestern part of the country on Saturday.

Here & Now's Robin Young spoke with Dr. Smith Altema, medical director for Capracare, about how his hospital is handling patients and other challenges they face.

This segment aired on August 16, 2021.

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