Trump-Promoted COVID “Miracle Drug” Linked to 17,000 Deaths, Alarming Study Reveals

A recent scientific analysis as reported by the Inquisitr has revealed a shocking revelation about the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine, once acknowledged by Donald Trump as a “miracle drug” for COVID-19. The medication administered during the initial wave of the pandemic is now associated with nearly 17,000 fatalities, according to a study published in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy.

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Disturbing Figure

Approximately 17,000 COVID-related deaths in the US, France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, and Turkey are linked to the controversial use of hydroxychloroquine as per the alarming findings in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy’s February edition.

The data drawn from a Nature study reveals an 11% increase in death rates associated with the drug’s prescription. The rise is attributed to adverse effects like cardiac rhythm abnormalities and its substitution for more effective treatment options.

The study underscores the risks of relying on hydroxychloroquine without evidence of clinical benefits, challenging Trump’s earlier endorsement and urging caution.

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Controversial Endorsement

Trump’s enthusiastic endorsement of hydroxychloroquine, labeling it a “miracle drug,” stirred controversy especially considering the FDA’s safety warning just a month prior. Medical professionals including Dr. Anthony Fauci, expressed skepticism.

Despite warnings, Trump publicly acknowledged using the drug preventatively in May 2020, emphasizing its potential benefits. Fauci consistently emphasized the lack of clear evidence supporting its use against COVID-19.

The study’s findings raise questions about the consequences of promoting unproven treatments during a global health crisis.

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