Mast Cell Activation Syndrome & Possible Health Links with Dr. Lawrence Afrin

In this episode we speak with Dr. Lawrence Afrin about his pioneering work in the area of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and its application in various aspects of health including Covid-19. After training at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), Dr. Afrin practiced and researched hematology/oncology at MUSC 1995-2014 while also working in educational administration and medical informatics. Since the mid-’00s, his clinical/research work has come to focus in mast cell disease. Since 2014-17 furthering this work at the University of Minnesota, he has been developing an independent institute (located in the greater New York City area) for advancing care, research, and education in mast cell disease. His publication record includes some of the most highly accessed articles about mast cell activation syndrome and a popular book in the field. 1. What is the function of Mast cells? 2. What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? 3. What findings associate MCAS & Covid-19 severity?