We have had numerous questions over the years from people wondering if they should continue to visit a doctor who offers New Age healing methods in his/her practice, even if the patient specifically requests that the doctor not use these methods when treating them. In this case, is there any harm in continuing to see these doctors?
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The grieving mother of a 26-year-old Canadian man with diabetes who was suffering from mental illness is speaking out about the country’s medical assistance in dying law – or MAiD – which her son used to end his life.
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Perhaps because of the intense symbolism associated with Lent, such as ashes, fasting, suffering, and death imagery, this season is ripe for the proliferation of superstitions ranging from the ridiculous to the downright frightening.
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We have received a few questions concerning an alleged mystical phenomenon that occurs at charismatic prayer services and Masses in the form of flecks of sparkling glitter, gold dust, and even bubbles which some believe are manifestations of God’s grace. What is it, and is it really from God?
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As part of American’s 250th birthday celebration, President Trump has announced a major prayer event to be held on the National Mall on May 17 to “rededicate America as one nation under God.
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BCB asks:
“There are witches all over social media! Some call themselves digital witches, and others claim to be cyber witches. What does this mean, and are they really witches?”
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LR writes:
“I have some friends who have gone through Vortex Healing. What can you tell me about it.”
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Last week’s $2 million verdict in favor of a 22-year-old detransitioning woman suing her doctors for performing a double mastectomy on her at the age of 16 is the first such case to go before a jury and is expected to set a legal precedent for liability regarding gender-affirming care for minors.
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JB write: “I want to contribute to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children, but am hesitating because I heard the Shriners are connected to Freemasons. Is this true?”
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It has recently come to my attention that several homeopathic enthusiasts are implying that Catholics and Christians should be encouraged to use homeopathy because of the many popes who used it. They are also pointing to an award given to a homeopathic physician by Pope Paul VI and to the fact that Mother Theresa’s order has also used these drugs as reason for Catholics to embrace homeopathy. Although all of these facts are true, when the story behind them is told, the picture looks a whole lot different!
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We have had numerous questions over the years from people wondering if they should continue to visit a doctor who offers New Age healing methods in his/her practice, even if the patient specifically requests that the doctor not use these methods when treating them. In this case, is there any harm in continuing to see these doctors?
