[NFBSATX] Fwd: NEW! At-home COVID-19 tests that are more accessible now available

[Wendy Walker]

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From: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org>
Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:16:45 +0000
Subject: NEW! At-home COVID-19 tests that are more accessible now available
To: Wendy Walker <wenintex at gmail.com>



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UPDATE: FREE AT-HOME COVID-19 TESTS FOR BLIND AND LOW-VISION PEOPLE

Thanks to the dedicated advocacy work of the organized blind movement and
supporters, the Biden-Harris Administration has launched a new initiative
to expand the availability of at-home tests that are more accessible. Blind
and low-vision people can order one set of two free, more accessible
at-home tests from USPS.com (while supplies last). Order online through
https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26407&qid=7326918 [2] or by
calling 1-800-232-0233. Each
order will include two rapid-antigen tests and will ship free, while
supplies last.

Because of limited supply, we ask that you only order the more accessible
tests if you do not have other testing options. To use the tests, you must
have a compatible Bluetooth-enabled smartphone and download and install a
free app from the Apple App Store (for iOS) or Google Play Store (for
Android). The test works with the app to provide audio step-by-step
instructions for administering the test and audio test results.

Per the Administration of Community Living, this initiative complements the
Administration's efforts [3] to expand production of more accessible tests
and work with private sector partners on the development of new accessible
tests.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCE

The Disability Information and Assistance Line (DIAL) [4] is an additional
resource, connecting people with disabilities to COVID-19 vaccination and
testing in their communities. DIAL can also provide testing instructions
and other assistance with the at-home tests that can be ordered from the
government. The National Federation of the Blind encourages contacting DIAL
to inquire about accessible testing options. DIAL support can be reached by
calling 888-677-1199 or by emailing dial at usaginganddisability.org.

MORE INFORMATION

While we are excited for this progress, we continue to work for even more
accessible at-home testing options. Updates and more information are
available at https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26398&qid=7326918
[5] as it becomes available. If you
know of information or additional resources regarding at-home tests, please
email CommunicationsTeam at nfb.org.

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[1] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26410&qid=7326918
[2] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26407&qid=7326918
[3] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26409&qid=7326918
[4] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26396&qid=7326918
[5] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26398&qid=7326918
[6] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26400&qid=7326918
[7] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26401&qid=7326918
[8] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26402&qid=7326918
[9] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26403&qid=7326918
[10] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26405&qid=7326918
[11] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/unsubscribe?reset=1&jid=19481&qid=7326918&h=f6eb9976853af8a1
[12] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/optout?reset=1&jid=19481&qid=7326918&h=f6eb9976853af8a1
[13] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26406&qid=7326918