COVID-19 monoclonal antibody therapy can reduce hospitalizations, healthcare system stress
A study by the University of South Florida Health and Tampa General Hospital is among the first to assess effectiveness of monoclonal antibodies in a practical setting when given early to patients at high risk for severe COVID-19
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(Press-News.org) TAMPA, Fla. (June 24, 2021) -- A newly published study by the END
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[Press-News.org] COVID-19 monoclonal antibody therapy can reduce hospitalizations, healthcare system stressA study by the University of South Florida Health and Tampa General Hospital is among the first to assess effectiveness of monoclonal antibodies in a practical setting when given early to patients at high risk for severe COVID-19