
Month: February 2019
Catholic Medical Association supports Ohio’s ‘Heartbeat Bill,’ commends members who have worked to promote the proposed legislation
Read More: Catholic Medical Association supports Ohio’s ‘Heartbeat Bill,’ commends members who have worked to promote the proposed legislationPHILADELPHIA, PA– FEBRUARY 21, 2019 –The Catholic Medical Association today issued its full support of Ohio’s “Heartbeat Bill,” which is set to be voted on in the near future. Once passed, the “Heartbeat Bill” will ban abortions after a fetal heartbeat can be detected, usually around 6-8 weeks into a pregnancy. “In medicine, we place a…
Catholic Medical Association condemns New York’s new abortion laws, calls on Catholics to demand action from state lawmakers
Read More: Catholic Medical Association condemns New York’s new abortion laws, calls on Catholics to demand action from state lawmakersPHILADELPHIA, PA– FEBRUARY 6, 2019 – The Catholic Medical Association resolutely condemns the Reproductive Health Act (RHA), signed into New York law by Governor Andrew Cuomo in January—as well as “copy-cat” states which have introduced similar legislation to legalize abortions up to the moment of birth. “The Catholic Medical Association, along with all people of goodwill,…
Catholic Medical Association Announces Dr. John A. Schirger as President of its Board of Directors
Read More: Catholic Medical Association Announces Dr. John A. Schirger as President of its Board of DirectorsPHILADELPHIA, PA – FEBRUARY 1, 2019 – The Catholic Medical Association (CMA) is proud to announce that Dr. John A. Schirger is now serving as President of its Board of Directors. Dr. Schirger brings years of experience and insight to the CMA and currently practices Cardiology in the Midwest. His work includes an emphasis in advanced heart…
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Catholic Medical Association Deeply Concerned About FDA’s Approval of First OTC Oral Contraceptive
Philadelphia, Pa. – July 13, 2023 – The Catholic Medical Association (CMA) expresses deep concern regarding the decision by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve the first over the counter (OTC) hormonal contraceptive, Opill. “Given the extensive medical studies demonstrating the risks and adverse effects of hormonal contraceptives, CMA is disappointed and concerned for…
Catholic Medical Association Calls for Authentic Catholic Health Care
Philadelphia, Pa. – June 30, 2023 – The Catholic Medical Association (CMA), the largest association of Catholic medical professionals, calls for all Catholic hospitals and health systems to provide authentic health care in accordance with Church teaching. At a time of rapid advancement in technology and moral relativism influencing clinical practices, it is essential for…
Catholic Medical Association Statement on FDA Support of Making Birth Control Available Over the Counter
Philadelphia, PA- May 11, 2023- Catholic Medical Association (CMA) expresses its deep concern and disappointment regarding the decision by a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel to support over-the-counter (OTC) availability of hormonal contraceptives. “Given the extensive medical studies demonstrating the risks and adverse effects of hormonal contraceptives, CMA is disappointed and concerned for the health…