Coronavirus has rocked the nation with a year of restrictions, lockdowns, missed gatherings and events, isolation and a staggering loss of more than half a million American lives. As the pandemic stretches into a second year, Americans struggling with increased rates of depression, anxiety, and insomnia are looking for mental health support, and providers are… Read More »
High initiation and persistence on pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) has been documented in pregnant women in Cape Town, South Africa, with 91% of those offered PrEP starting it and nearly half of those continuing to take PrEP six months later. While women who had given birth and those reporting side effects were less likely to stay… Read More »
Eating a diet high in fiber can help prevent diverticulitis. Or, if your diverticulitis has progressed, you may need surgery. But when it comes to helping ward off or treat diverticulitis, what you put into your body during breakfast, lunch, and dinner also matters. Diverticulitis is a condition where small, sac-like pouches form on the… Read More »
People with cancer may need more. It is important to discuss your individual calorie and protein needs with your healthcare provider or registered dietitian. With some cancers, the metabolic processes can cause a situation known as hypermetabolism. This affects how the body uses proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. With hypermetabolism, you may need to increase your… Read More »