With coronavirus vaccines being administered worldwide, scientists are preparing a new weapon against the disease that has claimed more than 4.5 million lives: an effective antiviral medication to treat the worst symptoms.
While vaccines aim to prevent infection, a pill that speeds up recovery times and could be taken at home would be a significant development, providing treatment for people who are infected and potentially reducing the burden on hospitals.
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