US Bishops, Catholic Health Association Endorse Palliative-Care Legislation

US Bishops, Catholic Health Association Endorse Palliative-Care Legislation

Caring for the sick is a corporal work of mercy. The bill aims to expand access to a medical approach focused on improving quality of life for seriously ill patients near the end of life through pain and symptom management, emotional support and care coordination.

U.S. bishops, Catholic Health Association endorse palliative care legislation

null / Credit: Lighthunter/Shutterstock CNA Staff, Aug 25, 2025 / 14:36 pm (CNA). The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and the Catholic Health Association have voiced their “strong support” for the Palliative Care and Hospic... [...]