LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan has received an initial, albeit small, federal shipment of COVID-19 pills that can be taken at home.
The arrival of the oral medications comes as the state confronts record high coronavirus cases and near-peak hospitalizations.
The pills cleared federal approvals over two weeks ago and can only be obtained with a prescription. State health officials say supplies are scarce and eligibility requirements are tight.
People should still get vaccinated and wear a mask in public to protect themselves.
The antivirals have to be taken as soon as possible once symptoms appear.
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