Drug Story: Ivermectin
The podcast episode discusses the history and impact of ivermectin, a drug that has gained notoriety during the COVID era. It explores its journey from a Nobel Prize-winning anti-parasitic treatment to a controversial figure in medical discussions. The narrative highlights the intersection of medicine, politics, and misinformation surrounding the drug.
- ▪The episode is part of the independent documentary podcast 'Drug Story' hosted by Thomas Goetz.
- ▪Ivermectin is examined as a drug that has transitioned from a medical breakthrough to a polarizing topic.
- ▪The story covers its historical use against hookworm outbreaks and river blindness, as well as its modern implications.
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Episode 668 Drug Story: Ivermectin PlayPause Click to enlarge image Objects Category Objects Date 05.26.26 Producer 99PI Add to QueueRemove from QueueDownloadTranscript Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Leave a Comment Drug Story is an independent documentary podcast from journalist Thomas Goetz that explores the hidden history of medicine one drug at a time. Each episode uses a single medication to examine the science, politics, culture, and human stories surrounding disease and treatment. And they are SO good. This week, we’re featuring one of their episodes about ivermectin, from Nobel Prize-winning anti-parasitic breakthrough to one of the most polarizing drugs of the COVID era.
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