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Would a robot make you less lonely?

The problem of loneliness isn't one that tech can solve, experts say

Salon

Madonna King: Could loneliness be as deadly as smoking?

Dr Murthy believes chronic and widespread loneliness – enveloping half of all adults in his country – costs billions of dollars each year.

The New Daily

A lonely nation: Has the notion of the 'American way' promoted isolation across history?

American lore is full of tales of the lone cowboy, the rugged individualist who will do what needs to be done and ride off into the sunset

The Independent UK

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Is loneliness really as damaging to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day?

Vivek Murthy, the US surgeon general, recently warned that “being socially disconnected” has a similar effect on mortality as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. This statement was widely reported in the media, including in the Washington Post, the Times and the Daily Mail. But where does this “15…

The Conversation

Could public health guidelines help stop loneliness? 7 tips that show how crucial social connection is to well-being

United States Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recently called loneliness an epidemic and issued a public health advisory on the healing effects of social connection and community.

The Conversation

My mother took bus rides to stave off the loneliness. There must be a better way

The places where people could once meet up and make friends have been savaged by austerity

The Guardian - UK

Why loneliness is as deadly as smoking

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a startling public health warning about America's epidemic of isolation

Salon

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As health care companies look toward A.I., many people are still missing out on basic services

On this week's episode of the Leadership Next podcast, our hosts give a report from Fortune's Brainstorm Health conference.

Fortune

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy Refuses To Acknowledge the Government's Misrepresentation of Mask Research

Recent comments by former COVID-19 adviser Anthony Fauci contradict what public health officials told us during the pandemic.

Reason

Loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking: surgeon general warns

The loneliness epidemic is hitting young people, ages 15 to 24, especially hard.

Chicago Sun-Times

America has a loneliness epidemic. Here are 6 steps to address it

Lacking connection can increase the risk for premature death to levels comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, according to a new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General.

WEKU

Loneliness poses risks as deadly as smoking: surgeon general

The U.S. surgeon general says loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking a dozen cigarettes daily, costing the health industry billions of dollars annually

The Independent UK

US surgeon general warns of next public health priority: loneliness

Vivek Murthy urged public officials to treat isolation with the same urgency as substance abuse or tobacco

The Guardian - US

The key to protecting your mental health at work comes down to one thing, according to the U.S. Surgeon General

At Fortune’s Brainstorm Health, the Nation’s Doctor said having a sense of connection to each other at work is critical.

Fortune

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Fortune

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says ending loneliness could heal the partisan divide

He spoke at Fortune's Brainstorm Health conference on Wednesday.

Fortune

Sorry, CEOs: Returning to the office won't solve America's loneliness epidemic, says U.S. Surgeon General

Dr. Vivek Murthy says loneliness has "risen to the level of a public health crisis' at Fortune's Brainstorm Health Conference.

Newsroom.co.nz

A move to shred our social fabric

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown's draft plan to remove $2m of Citizens Advice Bureau funding would jeopardise the delivery of that invaluable service. But the move could signal an even bigger disaster, writes former CAB volunteer - and client - Devika Dhir.

Salon

Social media's real crisis: Not Twitter

While House Republicans chase Twitter conspiracy theories, social media drives a serious mental health crisis

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Reason

The New York Times Warns That Freedom of Speech 'Threatens Public Health' and 'Democracy Itself'

The paper is unfazed by First Amendment objections to the Biden administration's crusade against "misinformation" on social media.

The Conversation

Is 13 too young to have a TikTok or Instagram account?

The surgeon general is the “nation’s doctor” in the United States. They are tasked with giving Americans the “best scientific information” about their health.

Salon

Surgeon general wary of social media

The U.S. Surgeon General expressed grave concerns over how social media affects children's mental health

The Independent UK

US Surgeon General says 13-year-olds are too young to have social media

Mr Murthy said social media pits the “best designers” in the world against children and young adolescents

Chicago Tribune

Editorial: How old is ‘old,’ and when is a president ‘too old’?

President Joe Biden turned 80 on Nov. 20, and so far, he has given every indication he plans to run for reelection in 2024. If he were to win, his second term would conclude not long after his 86th birthday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Apple AirTags are a stalker’s dream, lawsuit says, investigation reveals clean energy law’s unfulfilled promises and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Chicago Sun-Times

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy urges COVID boosters during Chicago visit as cases rise again

“The bottom line is we have protection available. It’s just upon all of us now to make sure people use those tools,” the surgeon general said.

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