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PSA: A way to fight Covid-19 you need to know about

I recently learned that there are therapeutics available to those who are currently suffering from Covid-19 infections who have mild to moderate symptoms. Please note that your health care provider will recommend the best treatment option for you, based on your symptoms and your health history. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about treatment options before you take medicine. People have been seriously harmed and even died after taking products not approved for COVID-19, even products approved or prescribed for other uses.

With the current surge in the Covid-19 pandemic, it is helpful to be informed, especially for those who are unvaccinated and are at higher risk where symptoms can be life-threatening.

How do monoclonal antibodies work?

Monoclonal antibodies help the immune system recognize and respond more effectively to the COVID-19 virus.

Monoclonal antibodies are a treatment authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for use in adult and pediatric patients (12 and older) who have either been diagnosed or exposed to someone with COVID-19 and are at high risk for progression to severe illness, hospitalization, or death from COVID-19.

In clinical trials, this treatment resulted in a 70% reduction in risk for hospitalization and death and resulted in an 82% reduction in risk for contracting COVID-19 for people who were exposed to the virus by other members of their household.

When is the best time to get this treatment?

The treatment is most effective when given early and the sooner it is given the better. There is not a time limit to receive the medication, however, it must be delivered prior to the occurrence of severe illness.

This treatment is available to all eligible people, regardless of vaccination status.

How much will it cost Floridians?

There is no cost for the treatment. No one will be denied services due to the inability to pay for administrative costs at State of Florida sites. However, insurance can be billed if available.

I am unsure about other states. It would be helpful to ask your local healthcare system if this is available in your area and the cost.

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