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Egyptian called in sick 3,500 years ago because ‘something bit me’
- A worker named Panebu was absent on day 12 because he had been bitten, although it does not specify what bit him.
- An exhibition has revealed Ancient Egyptian sick notes and work invoices dating back to between 1550 and 1069 BCE.
- In one month, the whole workforce attended the funeral of a woman, illustrating social practices.
- There is a 3,200-year-old receipt for decorating a coffin on display at the museum.
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Egyptian called in sick 3,500 years ago because ‘something bit me’
A worker named Panebu was absent on day 12 because he had been bitten - although it does not say what bit him.
·Missoula, United States
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right3Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution42% Center
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- 42% of the sources are Center
42% Center
L 33%
C 42%
R 25%
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