What does ‘immunocompromised’ mean?
Immunocompromised individuals are now currently eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot. This vaccine, which would be the third dosage in the current course, aims to offer added protection against the coronavirus. Sam Fillingane discusses what immunocompromised means: In simple terms, ‘immunocompromised’ means that the individual…
COVID-19 vaccine and autoimmune disorders
Many patients have recently asked Dr. Sam Fillingane, DO the question: Can you receive the COVID-19 vaccine if you have an autoimmune disorder? Here is Dr. Fillingane’s response… Individuals with immune systems that are already weakened (either due to symptoms of condition or treatment), are…
Psoriasis and Autoimmune Disorder Risk
According to a study currently being explored for Indian Dermatology Online Journal, individuals with psoriasis may be at increased risk of developing additional autoimmune disorders. Sam Fillingane, DO, expert in autoimmune disorders, discusses the recently discussed link: In a new study, researchers are drawing connections…
A Short List of Autoimmune Disorders
What is an autoimmune disorder? Which conditions fall into this category? Sam Fillingane, DO offers up his expertise: Immediate research indicates that individuals with autoimmune disorders are at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. When faced with the issue of being immunocompromised, a bout of the…
Study Connects Enzyme to Development of Autoimmune Disorders
A study recently published in the Immune Disorders section of health24 is drawing some groundbreaking conclusions. Experts on Autoimmune Disorders, like Dr. Sam Fillingane, are now questioning how this discovery might reshape and revolutionize how certain conditions are treated. According to the study in question,…
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…
9/11 First Responders at Risk of Autoimmune Disorders
Nearly two decades on, the effects of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center are still felt by Americans. Particularly in New York City, the devastation of the tragedy continues to be a part of daily life. For the first responders who selflessly…