What is Mary Calderone's full name?
Mary Steichen
Mary Calderone nickname(s):
Mary Steichen, Mary Calderone, Mary Steichen Calderone
Mary Calderone date of birth:
July 1, 1904
How old was Mary Calderone when died?
94
Where was Mary Calderone born?
New York City, New York U.S.
When did Mary Calderone die?
October 24, 1998
Where did Mary Calderone die?
Kennet Square, Pennsylvania
How tall is Mary Calderone?
5' 6" (168 cm)
What is Mary Calderone nationality?
American
What is Mary Calderone's occupation?
Physician
Short Biography
Mary Steichen Calderone (July 1, 1904 – October 24, 1998) was a physician and a public health advocate for sexual education. She served as president and co-founder of the Sex Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS) from 1954 to 1982. She was also the medical director for Planned Parenthood. She wrote many publications advocating open dialogue and access to information at all ages. Her most notable feat was overturning the American Medical Association policy against the dissemination of birth control information to patients.