Sure, but this was 15 years ago and very clearly suggested that the research should be moved along, no? Also states it was well known that Chloroquine was widely used to treat human diseases without significant side effects.
Seems very disingenuous to have done the latest "study" they did when patients were already very far gone. Dr Zelenko is one of the main advocates of HCQ and stated he thought it was completely scientifically dishonest.
If you've got the time littlefish, two more quick questions.
1) The Gates and Wellcome funded study of HCQ is using Vitamin C as a placebo. Does that seem appropriate to you?
2) If you get a chance, would appreciate your take on this interview with Zelenko. This does not seem like a crazy, non-scientific nutjob(runs about 30min):