Chris Cuomo, previously known for dismissing Ivermectin as a viable treatment for COVID-19, has recently admitted to taking the drug himself. This admission comes after years of heavy criticism of the drug’s use, particularly during the early stages of the pandemic when he was still a CNN anchor. Cuomo’s change of stance was revealed during an interview with Patrick Bet David, where he acknowledged the effectiveness of Ivermectin and criticized the medical community for not being more vocal about its potential benefits.
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Ivermectin, an antiparasitic drug, has been a subject of controversy throughout the pandemic. Initially, it was promoted by some as an alternative treatment for COVID-19, but many health authorities, including the FDA, warned against its use, citing a lack of evidence for its effectiveness against the virus. However, in 2021, the FDA made headlines by deleting a post that had previously described Ivermectin as a “horse dewormer,” a move that was seen as a significant shift in the agency’s stance on the drug.
Cuomo’s admission has reignited the debate around Ivermectin, with some critics accusing him of hypocrisy for his earlier stance against the drug. His reversal also highlights the broader issue of how information and recommendations about COVID-19 treatments have evolved over the course of the pandemic.