Month: August 2022
Catholic Medical Association Joins Multiple Medical Organizations to Protect Physician Conscience Rights
Read More: Catholic Medical Association Joins Multiple Medical Organizations to Protect Physician Conscience RightsPhiladelphia, PA- August 12, 2022- Catholic Medical Association is celebrating a major victory regarding the conscience protection of health care professionals. In recent years, there has been a growing effort within the international medical community to prohibit conscientious objection by physicians who object to unethical treatments and procedures. In addition, the requirement that physicians provide…
Catholic Medical Association and The National Catholic Bioethics Center Issue Joint Statement on the Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA)
Read More: Catholic Medical Association and The National Catholic Bioethics Center Issue Joint Statement on the Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA)In 1986, the Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA) was enacted assuring Americans access to emergency services irrespective of their financial or insurance status, with the provision of stabilization and transfer to another facility if necessary. Since its inception, EMTALA guidelines have not generated significant controversy or confusion. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case. The Biden…
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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…