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Lilly’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug, Combined With Remdesivir, Benefits Covid-19 Patients Who Need Oxygen
Lilly announced additional findings indicating that its rheumatoid arthritis drug, baricitinib, may improve the health of severe Covid-19 patients when used in combination with Gilead Science’s antiviral drug remdesivir.
Trump Reportedly Will Stay At The White House This Weekend
Trump is likely eager to start campaigning as the election is days away and he’s falling in the polls.
Totally Under Control: A Movie Chronicling The US Covid-19 Tragedy
Americans have been waiting for an explanation of the US Government’s response to COVID-19 and Totally Under Control is the first documentary detailing the chaos that has resulted.
Face Masks Could Prevent 50 Million Covid-19 Cases In The US
Universal face masking would significantly reduce the herd immunity threshold.
New England Journal Of Medicine Takes Stance On Presidential Election For First Time Ever
Here’s what the Editors of the major scientific journal wrote about the Trump administration. The did use the word “astonishing” but not in a positive way.
China Joins WHO-Backed Covid-19 Vaccine Initiative, As The U.S. Stays Out
Beijing has not shared details of its planned commitment including the funding amount.
Final Results In Remdesivir Trial Confirm It Shortens Length Of Covid-19 Cases, But Has Small Impact On Death
Patients who were hospitalized and receiving oxygen saw the most benefit from remdesivir.
Hospital Giant HCA To Return $6 Billion In CARES Act Money
The large hospital operator HCA Healthcare said it will return $6 billion in stimulus money from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, known as CARES.
D.C. Health Department Raps White House For ‘Limited Contact Tracing,’ Urges Workers To Get Tested For Covid-19
On Wednesday, the state of emergency was extended through the end of the year.
