Sir Patrick Vallance speaking at the government's daily coronavirus press briefing

The video discusses the use of a drug initially made for Ebola, which has been tested for COVID-19. It highlights two major studies, one from China and another from the US. The Chinese study was smaller and showed no significant outcome benefits, while the US study indicated a reduction in recovery time but no significant impact on mortality. The findings suggest that drugs can bind to and inhibit the virus, offering a promising start for future treatments. However, it is not a cure, and further studies, including those in the UK, are ongoing. The potential for drug combinations to enhance effectiveness is also discussed.

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