Maternal Health Crisis Addressed by Catholic Bishops in Urgent Letter to Congress
NEW YORK – Amid a concerning increase in maternal mortality rates in the United States, the United States Conference of Catholics Bishops committee chairmen have penned a letter to Congress urging action to address the nation’s maternal health crisis. The chairmen emphasized the importance of prioritizing policies that promote the health, safety, and well-being of women, children, and families. Specifically, they called for policies that uphold the sanctity of life, respect conscience rights, ensure affordability, …