Lifelines

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Focusing on the trauma ward of a busy Mumbai hospital, the narrative delves into the experiences of patients, families, and healthcare providers affected by traffic-related injuries. It follows the journey of trauma from accident scenes through various medical processes, highlighting the impact on social inequalities and institutional structures. Solomon emphasizes the importance of understanding medicine as a series of lifelines that influence survival, ultimately questioning how medical practices shape and direct our lives amidst the chaos of urban traffic.