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Why Connection Is Public Health’s Missing Link

“Sometimes,” a local health director recently said, “I can get someone an appointment faster than I can find them a friend.” That quiet admission captures the paradox at the heart of the new U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory, Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation. While clinical interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help individuals manage […]

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Mental health

65% of Migrants Report Loneliness—Why Communities Aren’t Ready

Loneliness has been called an “epidemic” by governments in the U.K., U.S., Japan, and elsewhere. It’s linked to depression, anxiety, cardiovascular disease, and even early mortality. For public health professionals, loneliness is not a soft social issue—it’s a modifiable risk factor with tangible health impacts. The Assyrian case is instructive because it reflects patterns found […]

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Public Health News Update, May 26, 2025

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Mental health

Friendly Visiting Programs: Easing Loneliness in Seniors

In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s hard to believe that millions of people suffer from loneliness and social isolation, particularly among older adults. Despite remaining in touch through various technologies, many still feel the void of meaningful human contact. A systematic review of friendly visiting programs reveals that these initiatives, aimed at reducing loneliness and improving […]

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Hearing Loss, Cognitive Impairment, and Isolation

In a world where the aging population is growing, the impact of age-related conditions like hearing loss on cognitive health has become an increasingly important area of study. The recent article, “Does social isolation mediate the association between hearing loss and cognition in adults? A systematic review and meta-analysis of longitudinal studies”, dives deep into […]

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The Public Health Impact of Social Isolation and Loneliness

In our increasingly connected world, the issues of social isolation and loneliness stand as paradoxical yet significant threats to public health. A pivotal study An overview of systematic reviews on the public health consequences of social isolation and loneliness by Leigh-Hunt et al., delves into this topic with remarkable clarity. This article thoroughly examines how […]

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Green Spaces as a Remedy for Loneliness: Insights and Implications

In an era where loneliness is increasingly recognized as a public health concern, a recent systematic review titled “Green space and loneliness: A systematic review with theoretical and methodological guidance for future research” sheds light on a compelling approach to mitigate this issue. This study delves into the relationship between green spaces, such as parks […]

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