Covid-19 terrifies Australians with disabilities, who feel they are 'expendable'

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Covid-19 terrifies Australians with disabilities, who feel they are 'expendable'
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Disability royal commission hears the impact of coronavirus is similar to the ‘national tragedy’ of aged care

Australians with disabilities have suffered higher rates of domestic and family violence, are experiencing suicidal thoughts, and felt “expendable” during the Covid-19 pandemic, a royal commission has heard.

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