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When a freezer storing COVID-19 vaccines in Seattle failed, 

 showed up in the middle of the night to get vaccinated before the doses spoiled. 

The incident highlighted a few hallmarks of the vaccine rollout so-far: high demand, limited supplies and complicated storage and delivery logistics. 

 for their single-dose shot, which could be a game changer for getting shots into arms, if approved. Their formula has less onerous shipping and storage requirements compared to the Pfizer 

, and would cut out the need for multiple appointments.

Increasing accessibility to COVID-19 vaccines is a major concern across the board, but it is especially important in the context of 

 across the country. Black and Latinx communities have been hit 

for appointments, there’s rising concern about the number of 

 when it’s made available to them. MPR News host Kerri Miller spoke with two physicians about the rollout, access and refusal of COVID-19 vaccines. 

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While many Americans are clamoring to get a COVID-19 vaccine, others are turning down their doses despite being prioritized based on their age, occupation or risk level. Two doctors discussed the vaccine rollout, who is opting out and what groups are currently being missed. 

Who's getting vaccinated — and who's not?

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