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WKOW: ‘It’s really tough’: Disability advocates frustrated over vaccine access

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While Wisconsin has made progress in the vaccine rollout, disability advocates say some of the most vulnerable  people still face multiple challenges accessing it. Mixed messages about who is eligible has been confusing and when people are eligible, many are having problems making appointments due to not having broadband access. The Department of Health Services is working on developing an online portal for people to sign up for the vaccine when they're eligible. They also state that there is a phone option. Transportation is another barrier people are struggling with. They are having a hard time finding transportation to the appointment once it's set up. 

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