New study links loneliness to increased risks of heart disease, stroke, and infections.

Recent UK and China research links loneliness to higher risks of heart disease, stroke, and infections. Analyzing proteins from over 42,000 adults, the study found that social isolation and loneliness increase levels of certain proteins tied to inflammation and immune responses, leading to higher risks of diseases and early death. This highlights the importance of social connections in maintaining health and the need to address loneliness as a public health issue.

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