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38 Beliefs And Ways Of Life The Amish Strictly Follow

Modesty - Humility

12. They Do Use Modern Medicine

An Amish girl in a field in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Natural News.

Despite a general shunning of any modern amenities, Amish people are generally accepting of modern medicine, but with a nuanced approach. Biblical rules about things like blood transfusions must be followed. Instead of purchasing health insurance, members of the community often come together to cover the cost of a medical bill. Some hospitals in areas with large Amish populations have opened centers catering to the simple way of life of their patients.

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