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How word of mouth is helping an Amish community's fight against measles

Nov 10, 2026 · Maria Godoy

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How word of mouth is helping an Amish community's fight against measles
Dale Weiser is the clinical services supervisor for the Chester County Health Department. Since August, she
Dale Weiser is the clinical services supervisor for the Chester County Health Department. Since August, she

In Pennsylvania, health officials use a quiet vaccination campaign designed to win the trust of the state's Amish community, which has been hit hard by the measles outbreak.

(Image credit: Daniel Vasta for NPR)

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