Woman with Down syndrome fights abortion laws
A 24-year-old British woman with Down syndrome has launched a lawsuit against the UK government, seeking to change British laws that allow for babies with...
Understanding Peer Pressure
It’s normal for young people to worry about fitting in. Peer groups play an important role in young people’s lives, particularly during adolescence.
‘Peer pressure’...
Don’t forget Fairfield
“At 9am the helicopters started hovering. They’d hover for the next hour, hour and a half, spotting people.
“It was the very first time I...
Vaping’s vicious toll on kids and teens
Parents and young people should be in no doubt that not only do e-cigarettes and similar products pose a serious threat to young people’s health but they are also highly addictive, said a leading Sydney expert as NSW Health rolled out a massive anti-vaping campaign highlighting the dangers.
Vatican issues 20-point call for equitable vaccine access
The Vatican document called for the negotiation of international agreements to manage the vaccine patents
New Greater Sydney rules: masks at Mass and congregations of 100
Premier Berejiklian defended her decision on the go-ahead for the New Year's Test as necessary to preserve jobs and keep public morale high
Catholic healthcare: there for everyone who’s sick
On 11 February the Church observed the 28th World Day of the Sick, an occasion to be in prayerful solidarity with those suffering ill...
Palliative care experts welcome NSW funding boost
Palliative care experts have welcomed the state government’s plans to boost the sector with an additional $743 million in funding over the next five...
Life to the full despite infertility pain
New book shares personal stories not often told in the Church.
Doctor’s national body to launch
A new national body will draw together Catholic doctors and other health professionals with a “heart for the beauty of the Catholic faith and...
Innovative ‘cuddle beds’ for humane palliative care
Cuddle beds are an important initiative
Med students boost the St Vincent’s team
Final-year students from The University of Notre Dame Australia are providing support during the pandemic.