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oct 20, 2021 - "Gates Foundation Backs Merck’s Antiviral Covid Pill With $120 Million Pledge To Boost Access Across Poorer Nations" Forbes 2021, Oct 20

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The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation said Wednesday it will direct up to $120 million to boost access to Merck’s Covid-19 drug in low-income countries, a first-of-its kind treatment that could be easily distributed in countries with low vaccine supplies and that trials suggest could slash the risk of hospitalization or death in high-risk groups.

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