The article describes that ivermectin is an antiparasitic drug that won a Nobel Prize for its contribution to the fight against parasitic diseases. It is emphasized that its "real miracle" lies in the successful control and treatment of diseases such as river blindness (onchocerciasis) and lymphatic filariasis, which affected millions of people in impoverished regions. It is said to be a major milestone in global health that has gone largely unnoticed in the US. It is mentioned that ivermectin has been misperceived by some of the public as a cure for COVID-19, obscuring its true benefit in tropical parasitic diseases. The article contrasts the science-based use of ivermectin for parasitic infections with the lack of evidence for its effectiveness against COVID-19. He also points out that long-term programs of mass administration of ivermectin in endemic areas have significantly reduced the incidence of these diseases.