Menhouf

Menouf Hospital up close

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September 11th 2009
Just as I published the last blog, Erin came down with a severe tummy ache. Unfortunately we ignored it for 2 days before seeing a doctor, since tummy aches are common, and it turned out to be appendicitis. We went to the Harmel Clinic in Sadat and the doctor said we would have to go to Menouf Hospital straight away for the operation. Then they refused payment, as they know we are working for t ... read more

Africa » Egypt » Lower Egypt

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The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. A unified kingdom arose circa 3200 B.C. and a ser... ... read more