Doctor Warns Of Risks In Rush To Embrace A COVID-19 Treatment

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An infectious disease specialist warns against embracing COVID-19 treatments that haven't undergone a rigorous vetting process. 'If things are released too early or there's harm that occurs ... that really erodes public trust,' she said.

Early results of a new study from University of Oxford researchers show that dexamethasone improved survival in some patients with COVID-19.Simon Dawson/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Which is why Dr. Kirsten Lyke, an infectious disease specialist at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, warns that a premature endorsement for the treatment can carry risks. "Many of us would like to see the peer review paper to understand how these people were randomized, who was not randomized. That's important to know," Lyke said.

Lyke acknowledged the early mixed messaging was"frustrating" for researchers and the public alike, but reminded that one line of messaging around face coverings has been consistent.

 

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You mean like a vaccine rushed to market with fact tracked studies? I agree

As a former teacher and forever student, I support safe and thoroughly vetted solutions for the coronavirus. The public trust is a sacred thing. It should never be violated.

How about - and hear me out on this one - people listen to the advice of the doctors treating them and not anybody they see on tv or read about online or in the papers?

I get it ......gotta keep those £££ coming

Um, like Hydroxychloroquine?!?

But i already dont trust you

listen to what your doctor tells you, as he/she is treating you. that's always the best policy.

Or just go and get some sun, eat zinc a few days a week and go on with life

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