Month: August 2019
Catholic Medical Association Calls for the Protection of Conscience Rights through Briefs Filed by Alliance Defending Freedom
Read More: Catholic Medical Association Calls for the Protection of Conscience Rights through Briefs Filed by Alliance Defending FreedomPhiladelphia, PA— The Catholic Medical Association continues to stand up for the conscience rights of health care professionals. CMA’s support for the Department of Health and Human Services’ Conscience Rights in Health Care Rule was expressed through two friend-of-the-court briefs filed on August 21st by Alliance Defending Freedom. The briefs were filed with federal district…
CMA’s Dr. Lester Ruppersberger and Wife Honored by Pope Francis
Read More: CMA’s Dr. Lester Ruppersberger and Wife Honored by Pope FrancisPhiladelphia, PA—The Catholic Medical Association congratulates Dr. Lester Ruppersberger and his wife, Betty, who have been honored by Pope Francis for their service to the church. Dr. Ruppersberger, a longtime member and past president of CMA, along with his wife, are two of 40 Catholics from the Philadelphia Archdiocese to be recognized by Pope Francis.…
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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…