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Why former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy believes loneliness is a 'profound' public heal

  • Writer: Vivek Murthy
    Vivek Murthy
  • May 15, 2018
  • 1 min read

Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy argues that the effects of loneliness are as detrimental to the human body as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

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syqen
Jan 21

The way you presented scientific findings alongside personal anecdotes made the topic very approachable. I came across a similar analysis on a review blog, which also emphasized the importance of addressing systemic and personal factors together. It reminded me of how organizations like https://thesagelawgroup.ca/ approach complex issues with a thoughtful and people-centered perspective.

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