Is Catherine Hamlin still alive?

Deceased (1924–2020)
Catherine Hamlin/Living or Deceased

What did Catherine Hamlin do in Ethiopia?

Dr Catherine Hamlin AC Dr Catherine Hamlin’s work for obstetric fistula sufferers in Ethiopia continued uninterrupted for more than half a century, with more than 60,000 patients treated. No other woman, or man, has done as much to eradicate this preventable crippling condition and give these women back their lives.

What is fistula in Ethiopia?

Obstetric fistula is a degrading condition in which women who suffer traumatising labours are left incontinent and often ostracised by their community. The fistula patients are the survivors of an obstructed labour, many don’t survive. The maternal death rate in Ethiopia is one of the highest in Africa.

Who started the fistula Foundation?

Catherine and Reg Hamlin
Founded over 60 years ago by pioneering Australian surgeons Drs Catherine and Reg Hamlin, their extraordinary journey started with an initial three-year posting to Ethiopia.

Can a fistula be prevented in rural Ethiopia?

Yet these injuries are entirely preventable – in fact, obstetric fistulas are virtually a thing of the past in western countries. But in rural Ethiopia, where women have little or no access to maternal healthcare, they will be in agonising labour for days if their birth is obstructed.

Where is the Hamlin Fistula Hospital in Ethiopia?

Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia directs the work of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, its five regional hospitals, the Hamlin College of Midwives and Desta Mender, a farm and training centre for long term patients.

How can I support the Obstetric Fistula Foundation?

You can support the obstetric fistula foundation today by making a tax-deductible donation. Obstetric fistula can be repaired with a single life changing surgery. This operation can take as little as two hours for simple cases.

How are fistulas preventable in the 21st century?

Fistula sufferers are the lepers of the 21st century. Yet these injuries are entirely preventable – in fact, obstetric fistulas are virtually a thing of the past in western countries. But in rural Ethiopia, where women have little or no access to maternal healthcare, they will be in agonising labour for days if their birth is obstructed.