(CNN) As the Delta variant drives a surge of Covid-19 cases in Florida, a rapid-response unit will be deployed to administer monoclonal antibody treatments to residents infected with the virus, Gov. "This is the most effective treatment that we've yet encountered for people who are infected with Covid-19," DeSantis said. Monoclonal antibodies are intensely focused, lab-made versions of convalescent plasma. Speaking from Jacksonville, DeSantis said beginning at noon Thursday, the rapid response unit will begin delivering monoclonal antibodies in the city. The intention is to expand the model to other parts of the state, the governor said.

Source: CNN August 12, 2021 19:07 UTC