Monulparivir, the drug that "completely" stops the spread of coronavirus in 24 hours
December 6, 20202 min read417 words
Published: December 6, 2020  |  2 min read417 words
The COVID-19 vaccine may spell the end of the pandemic, but while mass vaccination is not available it is vital to stop community transmission. The new antiviral drug MK-4482 / EIDD-2801 or Molnupiravir, has managed to suppress "completely" the transmission of the coronavirus in ...
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Investigative
December 6, 2020
I'm saying 'Credible' here, but with caveats. Let's get the preliminaries out of the way. Read it. The piece does provide some interesting information, particularly given the context. So, by all means, arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible. Secondly, and however, the publishing outlet here has a bit of a checkered history. This is not a knock but merely a statement of fact. Thirdly, a quick scan of other, particularly major, news outlets (for example: no mention of this topic in the New York Times, for one) shows basically no other coverage of this (granted, there may be quite a bit in the days and weeks ahead) study. Lastly, and again, no recommendation against reading the piece. But, perhaps do so with a discerning and weather eye.
December 6, 2020
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Sensational
December 7, 2020
The article is quick to overstate the confirmed health benefits of this treatment since only one university lab study on non-humans is the evidence referenced within the piece. Read with caution and don't get overly excited about this as a viable treatment since it is still incredibly early in its testing.
December 7, 2020
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