On any given day, the nurses, doctors, and staff of Mercy Hospital are faced with decisions that will have lasting effects on the lives of their patients. The stories of Mercy come from real life nursing -- and the issues explored in the show reflect a spectrum of contemporary health issues.

To help the public better understand the implications and intricacies of the show's themes, this outreach page has been created with the assistance of the Hollywood Health and Society group at the University of Southern California's Annenberg Norman Lear Center. You will find links leading to external pages providing information on topics discussed and related to each week's episode.
  • Episode 103: Hope You're Good, Smiley Face
  • Veronica is unable to counsel the sole survivor of a nightclub fire, and learns that she has to tell Mike about her experiences in Iraq. Crushing on Sands, Chloe goes the distance to get a rabies vaccine for a patient. Sonia clashes with a pushy doctor, only to earn her respect.
  • Fire-related Injuries and Illnesses

    Fire-related Injuries and Illnesses

    Learn more about fire as a public health issue. More Info »
  • Fire Safety

    Fire Safety

    Prevention tips and information for staying fire safe. More Info »
  • Heart Attack

    Heart Attack

    How to recognize the signs of a heart attack. More Info »
  • Heart Attack

    Rabies

    The CDC's guide to rabies prevention, identification, and treatment. More Info »
  • Heart Attack

    Suicide Prevention

    Tips and perspective on suicide prevention. More Info »

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That Crazy Bitch Was Right

Veronica finds herself in the right place at the right time to help two boys trapped in an abandoned building
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Too Much Attitude and Not Enough Underwear

Sands and Veronica are suddenly faced with a life-changing decision; intimidated by a stalker's threats, Sonia turns to a surprising source for help.
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We All Saw This Coming

When injured prisoners invade Mercy's halls, Veronica learns her patient's dark secret while Sonia and Briggs come to terms with making a life or death decision.
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There Is No Superwoman

Veronica continues her therapy sessions; Chloe tracks down an ER patient with potentially fatal blood test results.
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Of Course I'm Not

PTSD therapy brings Veronica to a pivotal point in her relationship with Chris.
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