Health Secretary Matt Hancock gives government coronavirus press briefing

The transcript discusses the nature of scientific inquiry, emphasizing that not all projects succeed but exploration is crucial. It introduces the Recovery Trial, the largest trial for potential coronavirus treatments, highlighting the NHS's role. A new trial for remdesivir, an antiviral drug, is announced, showing promising early results in reducing recovery time. The prioritization of this treatment is discussed, marking a significant step in coronavirus treatment. The transcript concludes with a commitment to support promising scientific projects and acknowledges the contributions of various organizations.

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