RE:RE:RE:RE:RE:CNN badgers Trump on HCQMacer wrote:
Despite popular belief there really isn't any compelling evidence that supports the use of HCQ as a treatment for COVID-19. There are case reports and anecdotal experience that seems to indicate that there are physicians that are reporting success with it. These are not evidenced based meethods from which to base decision upon. The trials that have been completed to date are of poor quality and should not be used to base mass recommendations for use either.
Having said that, HCQ has been used for many years and has a known safety profile and those that have used it should be able to monitor and prescribe accordingly. Trump should (as always) shut his mouth and refer to the medical experts. He could comment on making product available should it be identified by people that know what they are doing that it is needed. But anyone in that office should stay away from making medical recommendations as there are people and organizations that will blindly follow them.
Making mass quantities of HCQ available for COVID treatment has many implications for others that require the drug for treatment of chronic conditions. The medical community remains conflicted on this topic. It definetly should not be used as a prophylaxis until better evidence is available.
People really need to come to terms with the fact that this is going to be with us for some time. It will runs it's course. Even with an effective treatment it will be like trying to stop the wind. Attitudes and tempers are going to get tested becasue it will continue to be a problem even though we are taking strict measures to prevent spread. Anyone that knows epidemiology knows what we are in for. Life will not be normal for some time.
Stay home, wash your hands religiously. And remember watch North Korea cuz they are going to make a move soon to invade and steal your toilet paper.
Macer
For this relief much thanks...