14/07/2025
🌍 Did you know? 1 in 6 people worldwide struggles with loneliness, impacting health and quality of life.
😢 Shockingly, loneliness causes over 871,000 deaths annually—nearly 100 every hour!
💡 A new WHO report highlights that social connection is vital for well-being.
*It can lower risks of:*
🫀Heart disease
🧠 Stroke
😐 Depression
💪 Social connection can help us live longer.
📉 Loneliness affects all ages, especially teens and older adults. In low-income countries, 24% feel lonely, double the rate of wealthier nations.
*Luckily, small steps can make a difference:*
🤝 Reach out to friends
🎉 Join local groups
🫶🏾 Volunteer
