Determination is Mine

Inside the walls of America’s hospitals, doctors are fighting the world’s biggest enemy—COVID-19. In season 6, witness the courageous stories of those on the healthcare frontlines as they search for hope in the midst of the pandemic. Narrated by Lisa Ling, LIFE ON THE LINE tells positive real life stories that explore the strength of the human spirit.

Life on the Line Episode 405 | 26m 46s | CC

Malek Mohammad, a 15-year-old Afghan boy, set about collecting firewood for his mother so she could cook dinner. As he stepped into a field, there was an explosion, then another. Malek fell victim to two landmines. His legs, stripped from his body, now lay several feet away from him. Two years later, he comes to the United States filled with hope. His goal--to return home to Afghanistan walking.

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