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Texas Bill Aims to Lift Ivermectin Prescription Requirement

8/26/2025

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Texas lawmakers, led by Rep. Joanne Shofner, propose a bill to eliminate the prescription requirement for ivermectin.
Pharmacist Carter Henderson supports regulated access to ensure patient safety.
Critics, including Democrats, warn the bill could jeopardize public health by endorsing a non-FDA-approved COVID-19 treatment.
The legislation seeks to improve medical freedom, especially for rural residents.

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Story summary

Texas lawmakers, led by Rep. Joanne Shofner, propose a bill to eliminate the prescription requirement for ivermectin.
Pharmacist Carter Henderson supports regulated access to ensure patient safety.
Critics, including Democrats, warn the bill could jeopardize public health by endorsing a non-FDA-approved COVID-19 treatment.
The legislation seeks to improve medical freedom, especially for rural residents.