Internet searches for unproven COVID-19 therapies in US

What The Study Did:

In this observational study, researchers examine internet searches indicative of shopping for chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, including after high-profile endorsements.

Authors:

John W. Ayers, Ph.D., M.A., of the University of California, San Diego, is the corresponding author.

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