Army study reveals daytime naps are not ‘good’
According to a study recently conducted by the United States Army, daytime naps may not be good for the body. It’s clear that a good night’s sleep is a much better option. But are daytime naps actually bad for the body overall? Much of Dr….
Osteopathic Medicine School Goes Digital
This school year, from Kindergarten to PhD level, things are looking a little different due to COVID-19. William Carey University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine followed suit in the adjustments. The school bell is ringing differently across the nation for the Fall semester of 2020. This…
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine
The Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine was just recently proposed. Now, the institution is kicking things off by recruiting its first-ever inaugural class of students. Here’s what Sam Fillingane, DO has to say about the update: Just recently, Noorda College proposed an Osteopathic Medicine focus. …
Childhood Sleep Patterns Linked to Teenage Mental Health
According to a British study that has spanned nearly three decades, childhood sleep problems could play a large role in mental health disorders that develop during the teenage years. Expert in Mental Health Disorders, Dr. Sam Fillingane analyzes the report: Though the University of Birmingham…
Virus poses great risks for those with autoimmune disorders
For individuals with autoimmune disorders, COVID-19 has been incredibly disruptive — even if they haven’t tested positive for the coronavirus. Sam Fillingane, DO explains why: Asymptomatic carriers of COVID-19 (coronavirus) are putting the health of others at risk. The same can be said for those…
ISU to Offer Dual MHA, DO Program
Prospective and currently enrolled students at Idaho State College of Osteopathic Medicine will now have the opportunity to pursue a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) — simultaneously — beginning Fall 2020. For students interested in diversifying their academic qualifications…
Destigmatizing Mental Health Disorders
A recent study suggests that destigmatizing mental health disorders within youth populations could improve the likelihood that individuals in need of help will seek treatment. Dr. Sam Fillingane discusses Bruce Link’s research, as published in Pediatrics. A study conducted by Bruce Link and a team…