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- RFK Jr. has accused the FDA of suppressing hydroxychloroquine. Now, the study that suggested its use in COVID is retracted. (newsbreak.com)
A study once touted as a potential COVID-19 cure has been retracted.
The study, published in March 2020, examined the use of hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug, in treating COVID-19 patients. However, concerns were raised about the study’s methodology and conclusions, leading to the retraction.
The retraction has ended a period of controversy surrounding the study, which had initially sparked excitement and led to widespread use of hydroxychloroquine. However, the drug has since been linked to serious side effects.
The study’s lead author, Didier Raoult, has been a controversial figure, facing disciplinary hearings and having several of his studies retracted.
The retraction highlights the importance of rigorous research and the need to avoid premature conclusions in the midst of a public health crisis. It also underscores the dangers of promoting unproven treatments, which can lead to unnecessary risks and waste of resources.