What Happened with Hydroxychloroquine and COVID-19?

Published: June 22, 2020, 10 p.m.

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Hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19 had a quick rise and fall of prominence in the media in early 2020. Scientists started their research and pushed to move what we know about the virus and this treatment as fast as possible. While there's nothing wrong with the concept, the access to this information led to mass confusion and conclusions that somehow seemed to be polar opposites confounded by political biases. Join hosts Shanti and Danny as they break down how this research came out and what led to the confusion associated with this treatment.

References
Gbinigie, K., Frie, K.; Should Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine be Used to Treat COVID-19? A Rapid Review. British Journal of General Practice. 07-Apr-2020. DOI: https://doi.org/10.3399/bjgpopen20X101069

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