Hydroxychloroquine and COVID-19: What We Know Right Now | SciShow News

The video explores the potential of antimalarial drugs, chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, as treatments for COVID-19. It discusses their history, chemical properties, and mechanisms against malaria and autoimmune conditions. The video highlights the need for clinical trials to determine their safety and efficacy for COVID-19, emphasizing that while promising, these drugs are not yet proven treatments.

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