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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

A Catholic saint for every medical condition (Part 6 of 7)

My recent episode of ill health inspired me to research the canonized Roman Catholic saints who specialize in particular health issues.  It was great to know that not only do Catholics have saints for every occupation, but for every medical need as well.  May this list be helpful to you in finding the spiritual intercession you need for your case.

Patrons against ruptures:

Patrons against scabies and scabs:

Patrons against seasickness:

Patrons against sexually transmitted (venereal) diseases:

Patrons of sick children:

Patrons of sick people:
Catherine del Ricci….. http://saints.sqpn.com/saintc18.htm
Gerard of Villamagna….. http://saints.sqpn.com/saintg28.htm
Our Lady of Lourdes….. http://saints.sqpn.com/bvm/
Paula Frassinetti….. http://saints.sqpn.com/bvm/
TeresaValse Pantellini….. http://saints.sqpn.com/saintt36.htm

Patrons against skin diseases:

Patrons against spasms:

Patrons against sterility:
Casilda of Toledo….. http://saints.sqpn.com/saintc57.htm

To be continued…