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STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Hydroxychloroquine fails to help patients in a study; what will states do with the old malaria drug now?

After doubts arose about whether hydroxychloroquine is safe and effective for treating Covid-19, states are donating supplies to patients who need them to treat other illnesses or seeking refunds.
Source: Alex Hogan/STAT

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