"Lee Redpath died last year after taking a deworming drug he had bought online"
"Vets have warned against the use of pet deworming medication to treat cancer after fielding queries from those who heard fake claims on social media about the drugs."
"A 45-year-old man died in the UK last year after taking an animal deworming drug. He saw fake claims online about it having anti-cancer properties."
Lee Redpath died last year after ingesting an animal deworming drug purchased online. The man was 45 years old and had seen false social media claims that the drug had anti-cancer properties. Veterinary professionals have warned against using pet deworming medications to treat cancer, citing health risks and inappropriate dosing for humans. Vets reported receiving queries from members of the public influenced by misinformation about antiparasitic drugs. Health authorities advise against self-medicating with veterinary products and recommend seeking licensed medical treatment for cancer and other serious conditions.
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