On this episode of Food People, Jamila and United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy discuss the loneliness epidemic and how gathering with friends and loved ones over food is the best cure.

The former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released a report defining the epidemic in 2023.

While the physical size of our campus cannot be changed, we need to address loneliness at Cornell by engaging in discourse that can contribute to dismantling the competitive nature of our campus, ...

In our fast-paced, digitally-driven world, the profound spiritual gift of friendship often gets overshadowed. Yet, true friendship embodies a unique connection that nurtures the soul, providing ...

If your ability to connect with others feels a little rusty post-pandemic, adding “social fitness” to your workout routine ...

The authors attributed the U.S.’s murder rate to its gun laws: “Because almost all murders are committed with guns, and there ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Health leaders at the state and national level continue to sound the alarm about a "loneliness epidemic" in America. A small group of Knoxville neighbors gathered at the ...

Gen Z isn't drinking less because we aren't 21. Zoomers' hesitancy to drink likely has something to do with our preoccupation with mental health.

Loneliness, social isolation and living alone are significant risk factors for mortality, particularly in older adults, according to the results of a new study.

As U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recently reminded us ... especially ‒ are experiencing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation. In a 2023 report, Murthy wrote: “Loneliness is far more ...

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy speaks during a Senate Health ... especially ‒ are experiencing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation. In a 2023 report, Murthy wrote: “Loneliness is ...