Life in Crisis tells the story of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders or MSF) and its effort to «save lives» on a global scale. Begun in 1971 as a French alternative to the Red Cross, the MSF has grown into an international institution with a reputation for outspoken protest as well as technical efficiency. It has also expanded beyond emergency response, providing for a wider range of endeavors, including AIDS care. Yet its seemingly simple ethical goal proves deeply complex in...
