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Healthcare workers in Cape Town ambivalent about patients who disengage from HIV treatment

A qualitative study sought to understand healthcare workers’ perspectives on patients who disengage from antiretroviral therapy (ART) at a clinic in Cape Town, South Africa. Results showed that healthcare workers had contradictory feelings about these patients, ranging from empathy to anger. Having sub-optimal adherence to or stopping HIV treatment can lead to drug resistance, HIV… Read More »

DC convenience store owners brace for hit from ban on menthols

Convenience store owners in Washington, D.C., are speaking out against the city council’s proposed ban on flavored tobacco products, arguing it will further hurt their business while doing little to drive down tobacco use. On Wednesday, the council voted 8-5 to approve a bill that bans flavored tobacco products, including those containing menthol. Mayor Muriel… Read More »

In Brief: Postpartum Depression Common in COVID-Positive Women Separated from Their Newborns

In Brief: Postpartum Depression Common in COVID-Positive Women Separated from Their Newborns Soon after the COVID-19 pandemic emerged, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended temporarily separating newborns from mothers who tested positive for COVID-19 immediately after delivery. In a retrospective cohort study of 224 new mothers delivering at a New York hospital between March 18… Read More »

I’ve Recovered From Long Covid. I’m One of the Lucky Ones.

The Coronavirus Outbreak liveLatest Updates Maps and Cases States Falling Behind Vaccine Goals Vaccine Maps Roadblocks to Vaccine Passports Advertisement Continue reading the main story Supported by Continue reading the main story Times Insider I’ve Recovered From Long Covid. I’m One of the Lucky Ones. Much of the country is moving past the pandemic. But… Read More »

From Britney Spears to Kanye West: 12 best songs proven to take your workout to the next level

Whether you’re squat jumping to Britney Spears or lifting weights to Kanye West, Healthista have found 12 of the best songs, proven to enhance your workout  It’s no secret that listening to music during a workout is a necessity – just imagine spin class without music? It’s a big no thank you from us. Music… Read More »