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When President Donald Trump announced he was taking hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) in May 2020, it transformed a medical discussion into a political debate, leading to polarized opinions and affecting research directions. While health authorities issued warnings against its use, some researchers found that early treatment with HCQ, combined with zinc and antibiotics, showed promising results in reducing severe COVID-19 outcomes.
The politicization of HCQ had far-reaching consequences beyond the drug itself, revealing how scientific discourse can be suppressed by various interests. Researchers faced challenges in openly discussing certain treatments, with content being removed from platforms and studies potentially being influenced by political and financial interests. This interference with scientific inquiry may have impeded progress in understanding COVID-19 and developing effective treatments, highlighting the importance of maintaining unbiased research free from political influence.
