A simple pill to fight Covid could save thousands of lives. Merck has asked the F.D.A. to give emergency authorization to its promising antiviral. But the W.H.O. warns rich countries could lock up supply, replicating the disparity in vaccine access. nyti.ms
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None of the data on coronavirus vaccines so far provides credible evidence in support of boosters for the general population, according to a review published by an international group of scientists, including some at the F.D.A. and W.H.O. nyti.ms
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The F.D.A. warns of heart problems from hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine, malaria drugs being given to coronavirus patients, and says they should be used only in hospitals or clinical trials, with patients closely monitored. nyti.ms
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The F.D.A. has approved a test that looks for antibodies to the coronavirus in a prick of blood. It may help scientists understand how widespread the infection is, and who may be immune to it. nyti.ms
