Month: March 2023
Catholic Medical Association Applauds USCCB Doctrinal Note on the Moral Limits to Technological Manipulation of the Human Body
Read More: Catholic Medical Association Applauds USCCB Doctrinal Note on the Moral Limits to Technological Manipulation of the Human BodyPhiladelphia, PA- March 27, 2023- Catholic Medical Association applauds the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) for its “Doctrinal Note on the Moral Limits to Technological Manipulation of the Human Body.” “We commend the USCCB for its prudent effort in establishing important moral criteria and echo the need for ethical discernment as technology continues to…
Catholic Medical Association Applauds AMA Recognition of Hormonal Contraceptives Link to Risk of Breast Cancer
Read More: Catholic Medical Association Applauds AMA Recognition of Hormonal Contraceptives Link to Risk of Breast CancerPhiladelphia, PA- March 24, 2023- Catholic Medical Association today acknowledges the American Medical Association (AMA) for recognizing elevated risks for breast cancer caused by hormonal contraceptives. AMA shared the findings of a study which indicate that certain types of hormonal birth controls are associated with the increased risk: “…the relative risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer was 20% to…
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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…