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Claim:The development of REGN-COV2, the experimental anti-viral antibody cocktail given to U.S. President Donald Trump to treat COVID-19, involved the use of human fetal tissues and embryonic stem cells.

Verdict:Mixture

Read the full story at:Snopes

Circulating on social media:An article claiming to give ultimate proof that the novel coronavirus pandemic was planned to create a new world order.

Verdict:False

Read the full story at:Reuters

More Testing, Faster TestingMore types of tests for the coronavirus are becoming available, but how do we know which to use when?-- American Scientist, October 12

Watch: Understanding dexamethasone, the steroid used to treat Trumps Covid-19It is inexpensive and widely prescribed. But side effects of dexamethasone can be quite serious.-- Stat, October 12

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The Infodemic: Was Regeneron COVID-19 Treatment Developed Using Stem Cells and Fetal Tissue? - Voice of America

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