S2·E21 Better Off Dead?
Synopsis
Frontline goes inside the hospitals where every day doctors, lawyers, and parents face the agonizing choice: how far do we go with medical treatment for infants born so physically and mentally damaged that they have no hope of leading normal lives? Several intimate case histories are examined, as are the politics of recent legal decisions and government rules relating to the medical care for critically ill babies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 21 of Frontline air?
Season 2, Episode 21 ('Better Off Dead?') originally aired on November 20, 1984.
How long is Season 2 Episode 21 ('Better Off Dead?')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Frontline.
What happens in Frontline Season 2 Episode 21?
Frontline goes inside the hospitals where every day doctors, lawyers, and parents face the agonizing choice: how far do we go with medical treatment for infants born so physically and mentally damaged that they have no hope of leading normal lives? Several intimate case histories are examined, as ar...