Surgeon General Vivek Murthy’s Advisory on the Epidemic of Loneliness and the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community (2023)

In 2023, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued this advisory on the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States and the healing effects of social connection and community. This information is important for people of all ages. Content warning: this advisory discusses suicide.

You can view and download the advisory and a one-page summary below.

Full advisory:

One-page summary: