The risks of unproven drugs for coronavirus
Bernie Sanders ends his White House bid. The FDA has authorized widespread use of unproven drugs to treat coronavirus, saying the possible benefits outweigh the risks. And, remembering musician John Prine.
April 8, 202030m 55s
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Show Notes
Bernie Sanders ends his White House bid. Sean Sullivan discusses the impact of his campaign. There have been only a few anecdotal studies showing benefits of antimalarial drugs in coronavirus patients, yet the FDA has authorized the widespread use of the drugs. Chris Rowland reports. Phil Rucker on why Trump has been pushing the drug hydroxychloroquine, despite warnings from some public health officials about dangerous side effects and uncertain results. And Style editor Steve Kolowich remembers musician John Prine, who died Tuesday of coronavirus complications.
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