How COVID-19 Affects People With Autoimmune Diseases

The Bigger Picture · Health and Living · 16 Apr 2020 · 36 mins listen

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, we often hear that people with underlying health conditions are at higher risk of developing severe symptoms. So what are the concerns for people with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus? How will the current situation impact the treatment they need? We speak to Dr Cheah Chee Ken, consultant rheumatologist from Sunway Medical Centre to find out more.

Produced by:

Lim Sue Ann

Presented by:

Tee Shiao Eek

Categories:

Health Policy,Diseases and Conditions,Mental Health,Healthy Living,Fitness,Science,SME,Medical Innovation and Technology

Tags:

sunwaymedicalcentre, COVID-19, immunosuppressed, hydroxychloroquine, SLE, autoimmune disease, tocilizumab, Health & Living, The Bigger Picture

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