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Loneliness and social isolation impact our health, longevity, and quality of life
The World Health Organization (WHO) Commission on Social Connection has released its global report on the state of social connectivity and feelings of isolation and loneliness.
“1 in 6 people worldwide is affected by loneliness”.
The Way Forward
Addressing loneliness requires both national strategy and local actions – build public support: libraries, parks, and community events that bring people together.
But it also starts with us, as individuals.
Famey Lockwood
2 min read
Global Nurse Leaders voice concern over US leaving WHO
Pres Trump decision to withdraw the US from the WHO has left many global healthcare professionals, country leaders and Nurses in a huge Void
Famey Lockwood
3 min read
WHO expands list of pathogens that may cause a pandemic
The WHO has updated the list of pathogens that could trigger the next pandemic to include monkeypox, variola and influenza A viruses.
Famey Lockwood
2 min read
WHO starts negotiations on Global Agreement to protect world from future pandemics
Recognizing the serious shortcomings in preparedness for COVID-19, the World Health Organization has made a commitment to pandemic readiness
Famey Lockwood
3 min read
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