Former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says loneliness is a health issue exacerbated by social media. “We had confidantes, and now we talk about contacts that we have online,” Murthy said. "But how many people are there to show up for you when there's a crisis?
Community is a cornerstone of both individual wellness and collective well-being in even the best of times. Now, friends, neighbors and an army of Los Angeles volunteers are proving that community is a powerful tonic in the worst of them.
An advisory about fine particle air pollution from the highest-ranking physician in the United States would be a powerful tool in helping policymakers and communities better protect the health of current and future generations for years to come.
Understand how alcohol consumption impacts cancer rates in the Black community, plus expert insights on reducing risks and creating positive change.
Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to illustrate the states where children are more likely to die of gun violence than vehicle accidents.
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