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Matt Hancock announces new anti-viral drug trial

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Matt Hancock announces new anti-viral drug trial

Matt Hancock announces new anti-viral drug trial

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has announced a new trial of an anti-viral drug, remdesivir, for selected NHS patients.

The trial has heralded some "promising results" as early data suggests the drug can shorten recovery times by "around four days".

Report by Connerv.

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