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Born Against the Odds

by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Writer (March 25, 2008) When Bela Milne was only 20 weeks old, doctors discovered she had such severe congenital heart disease, they weren’t sure if she would live or die. They suggested abortion, but her mother refused. Born on February 29, Bela not only survived, but successfully underwent a rare hybrid surgery at the tender age of seven days.

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Our Lady Intervenes in South American Conflict

by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Writer (March 25, 2008)  In early March, with his country on the brink of war, Colombian President Alvaro Uribe ordered the recitation of the Rosary at the Presidential Palace. Only two days later, at a summit in the Dominican Republic, the world watched in amazement as the presidents of Venezuela, Ecuador and Colombia shook hands to end the conflict.

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UK Doctors Say Abortion May Affect Mental Health

by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Writer (March 18, 2008)  Just as reports are circulating in the U.S. that the American Psychological Association may be on the verge of reiterating its view that abortion has no significant mental health impacts, the British Royal College of Psychiatrists released a statement saying women should not be allowed to have an abortion until they are counseled on the possible risk to their mental health.

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