Why Is Loneliness So Bad for Your Health?
A new study finds that loneliness may increase certain proteins in the brain that increase your risk for disease and death.
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A new study finds that loneliness may increase certain proteins in the brain that increase your risk for disease and death.
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Research on "blue health" finds that being near natural bodies of water has benefits for our physical and mental health.
A new study suggests that a sense of purpose may be more important to our longevity than life satisfaction.
A new study finds that when doctors are focused on patients' needs over profits, patients save money and get better care.