Name: The Hospital by the River
ISBN: 9780825460715

Catherine Hamlin

Presents a history of the pioneering medical work done by the author and her husband is curing young Ethiopian women from the injuries suffered during childbirth and their founding of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital.

A Story of Hope

The Hospital by the River

Kim Tyo-Dickerson

From the Hamlin Fistula Hospital's website. You need to know what a fistula is to appreciate the work of Catherine Hamlin and her husband Reg in Ethiopia:

"Pregnant women in rural Ethiopia have little or no access to emergency obstetric services. If they are among the five percent of women worldwide who will face obstructed labour, they will be in agonising labour for days and days.

They almost always lose their baby and suffer horrific internal damage – sometimes the bladder is completely destroyed, sometimes the rectum is also damaged. They leak constantly and are pushed to the edge of their society, too filthy to be part of village life and considered a curse.

“I would rather have my arm cut off than live with this condition.” Yenenesh, aged 17.
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A worthier cause or a more inspiring life story is hard to find. The Hamlin's work on behalf of the women and girls of Ethiopia has been unceasing and revolutionary. Read Catherine's memoir and find ways today to become involved in their life and spirit saving work.

The Hospital by the River A Story of Hope