Patron saints: Health & care

Explore patronage by work, family, and everyday concerns.

Patronage A–Z

Anthony of Egypt

Skin diseases

Traditional patronage includes butchers, gravediggers, and people with skin diseases.

Camillus de Lellis

Sick people

Sick people and hospitals: Leo XIII, 1886; healthcare personnel: Pius XI, 1930; Italian military health services: Paul VI, 1974.

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