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Cyberattack on largest US Catholic health care system part of …

WEB(OSV News) -- The nation's largest Catholic health care system reported it experienced what it called a 'cybersecurity incident' May 8, resulting in 'a disruption to clinical operations.' The cyberattack is part of a rising and dangerous criminal trend targeting the entire health care sector. In a May 9 update posted to its website, …

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Bethany Health Care Center: A supportive community and a home

WEBSince their inception, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston have been involved in a variety of ministries -- education, social services and health care, being faithful to the instruction of their spiritual guide, Jean Pierre Medaille, SJ, to 'undertake all the spiritual and corporal works of mercy of which women are capable and thus to further God's work of bringing …

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'Courageous Catholic medicine' needed more than ever, say …

WEB(OSV News) -- When a group of health care professionals opened a Catholic medical clinic in De Pere, Wisconsin, in 2015, it took overcoming logistical and financial hurdles, and the opinions of skeptics who questioned a need for it at all. 'The large majority of people thought it would take a miracle to start a clinic like this,' said Dr. Robin Goldsmith, St. Gianna …

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Take care of you: Why it's important to celebrate health

WEBIn order for senior women to age well, it is important they do everything they can to take good care of themselves. To that end, did you know that Women's National Health Week will be observed from May 12-18 -- and …

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A religious sister and medical doctor on the 'false dichotomy' …

WEBThese days one often hears the sentiment that being pro-life is at odds with caring for the poor. Kentucky-born physician and Sister of Mercy Sister Mariana Koonce is pro-life and ministers to the poor in her work. She rejects what she calls a false dichotomy between the two, instead seeing the intrinsic dignity of human life in the womb and …

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Local Catholic philanthropist offers millions for truly lifesaving

WEBRaymond B. Ruddy, founder of the Gerard Health Foundation, speaks during the Life Prizes ceremony in Washington Jan. 24. Since founding the foundation in 2001, the retired Catholic businessman has given away millions to fund pro-life causes, abstinence education and efforts to end the HIV and AIDS pandemic.

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Pro-life pregnancy centers criticize AP's new 'anti-abortion

WEB(OSV News) -- Pregnancy centers are criticizing The Associated Press for instructing journalists to use terminology that brands them as centers against abortion. 'Rather than sticking to a neutral term, it appears the AP has opted for terminology that favors the pro-choice movement's strategy to discredit pregnancy centers,' Roland Warren, the …

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Catholic Health Foundation to announce annual grant winners

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Cardinal appoints Scannell new Clergy Trust director

WEBCardinal Seán P. O'Malley announced the appointment of Michael Scannell as the executive director of the Clergy Trust, Jan. 25. Scannell succeeds Joseph D'Arrigo, who has led the Trust (formerly the Clergy Health and Retirement Trust) for the past 12 years.

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Assisted suicide in the United States: Where is it legal

WEBIn recent years -- especially since 2016 -- several U.S. states have made moves to legalize the practice of physician-assisted suicide. To date, nine states and the District of Columbia have legalized assisted suicide, with an additional state -- Montana -- allowing the practice in theory because of a court ruling. This year alone, at least a dozen U.S. states are …

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There's no place like home. MassHealth can help you stay there

WEBBoston, Friday 3rd of May 2024. America's oldest Catholic newspaper. There's no place like home. MassHealth can help you stay there. Philip Arcidiacono, Esq. Special to The Pilot Specials Friday 17th of March 2023.

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Marlborough non-profit, Alliance Health at Marie Esther, breaks …

WEBIn their effort to bring a holistic and innovative approach to wellness, Alliance Health at Marie Esther has embarked on an exciting new project that promises to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. The organization broke ground on a therapeutic garden and patio within the premises of the non-profit rest home and skilled …

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England's National Health Service bans routine prescriptions of …

WEB(OSV News) -- Children experiencing issues with their gender identity will no longer routinely be prescribed puberty blockers, health authorities in England have confirmed. The National Health Service confirmed March 13 that a review found there was 'not enough evidence' that the drugs are safe or effective. Puberty blockers pause the physical …

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Finnish study: Transgender surgeries for minors do not solve …

WEBA comprehensive new study from researchers in Finland found that providing adolescents with transgender drugs or surgeries does not appear to solve the underlying mental health problems faced by youths who struggle with their gender identity.

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The life of Cardinal Richard Cushing. Published Nov. 6 2020. Opinion.

WEBThe Boston Pilot. This past Monday, Nov. 2, marked the 50th anniversary of the death of Cardinal Richard Cushing, Archbishop of Boston from 1945 to 1970. The following is a short biography of his life, the first in a series of articles that we offer to …

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Deacon Spadoni named Covenant Health VP of Mission Integration

WEBTEWKSBURY -- Deacon Reynold G. Spadoni has been named vice president of Mission Integration for Covenant Health. In this leadership position, he will be responsible for integrating Covenant's mission and values into all aspects of the system and work. Deacon Spadoni is charged with the responsibility of developing and implementing meaningful …

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