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June 15The only vaccines readily available in the U.S. for some contagious diseases (e.g. rubella and hepatitis A) have been manufactured using fetal tissue from induced abortions. This has created a problem of conscience for many Catholics. As recommended by the Pontifical Academy for Life in 2005, a long-term solution lies in working to ensure that future vaccines and other medicines are not developed in cooperation with practices that demean human life.
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April 16
Designating a health care surrogate and providing guidance for end-of-life decisions is the best way to ensure that morally acceptable procedures are followed if you become incapacitated or unable to express your own wishes in the event of a medical emergency. The Florida Catholic Conference has resources available to assist with advance care planning. -
February 23On Tuesday, February 20, HB 157 (Spano) was adopted by the full House on a voice vote. This FCCB-supported resolution recognizes the public health risk created by pornography and acknowledges the need for education, prevention, research and policy change to protect the residents of Florida. Lawmakers in eight other states have passed similar resolutions.
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Correspondence
May 21, 2018: Development of New Shingles Vaccine
To: Mr. Patrick Desbiens, Senior Vice President, GSK US Vaccines
From: Most Rev. Enrique E. Delgado, Auxiliary Bishop of Miami, FCCB Moderator for Health
October 4, 2017: Reauthorizing the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
To: U.S. Congress
From: Most Rev. Frank J. Dewane, Bishop of Venice, Chairman, Committee on Domestic Justice and Human Development, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
February 14, 2017: Serious Concern with Proposed Navigant LTC Funding Mechanism
To: The Hon. Jason Brodeur, Chairman, House Healthcare Appropriations Subcommittee
From: Michael J. McQuone, Associate Director for Health