Articles by Helen Hayward

Scientists Find Shared Biology Behind Fatigue in Five Major Illnesses medical-conditions

Scientists Find Shared Biology Behind Fatigue in Five Major Illnesses

Severe fatigue can appear after very different health problems, from viral infections to trauma and autoimmune disease. Yet people with long COVID, ME/CFS, PTSD, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis often describe a similar experience: exhaustion that does not ease with rest, trouble concentrating, poor sleep, and a sharp drop in daily functioning. New research from […]

Helen Hayward September 15, 2026
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New VA/DoD Obesity Guideline Expands Focus Beyond BMI weight-loss-and-diet

New VA/DoD Obesity Guideline Expands Focus Beyond BMI

Obesity care is changing as research provides doctors with more options for assessment and treatment. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense (VA/DoD) updated its obesity management guideline in 2025, calling for care that looks beyond body mass index (BMI) and considers each patient’s health risks, preferences, and treatment needs. The updated […]

Helen Hayward September 8, 2026
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Why the Carefree Summer Feeling Is Fading in 2026 way-of-life

Why the Carefree Summer Feeling Is Fading in 2026

Summer is still here, but the easygoing feeling attached to it is becoming harder to find. The season once suggested long afternoons outside, warm evenings, vacations, backyard gatherings, and a temporary break from everyday routines. In 2026, extreme heat, wildfire smoke, severe storms, and rising energy costs are changing how people experience those familiar rituals. […]

Helen Hayward September 1, 2026
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Medicare Launches $50 GLP-1 Weight Loss Program for Millions of Seniors weight-loss-and-diet

Medicare Launches $50 GLP-1 Weight Loss Program for Millions of Seniors

Medicare beneficiaries looking for affordable weight-loss treatment now have a new option. Starting July 1, a nationwide GLP-1 Bridge Program introduces access to selected weight-loss medications for a fixed $50 monthly copay for eligible Medicare Part D members. The temporary initiative, scheduled to continue through the end of 2027, is designed to expand access to […]

Helen Hayward July 15, 2026
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Why Some Friendships Last While Others Slowly Fade Away mental-health

Why Some Friendships Last While Others Slowly Fade Away

Friendships often begin with ease, shared interests, and regular conversations. Yet many adults discover that keeping those connections strong becomes more difficult over time.A recent survey conducted by Newsweek’s The Good Life found that nearly one in three readers identified friendships as the most challenging relationship to manage right now. The finding reflects a broader concern […]

Helen Hayward July 1, 2026
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Why PCOS Is Now Called PMOS and What This Change Really Means medical-conditions

Why PCOS Is Now Called PMOS and What This Change Really Means

Millions of women live with symptoms such as irregular periods, acne, fertility struggles, unexplained weight gain, or thinning hair without realizing they may be linked to a single medical condition. For years, polycystic ovarian syndrome, commonly called PCOS, has remained one of the most misunderstood hormonal disorders affecting women. Now, global health experts have introduced […]

Helen Hayward May 28, 2026
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