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The Health Challenges of Loneliness and Isolation — And How to Get Help
November 3, 2023
A older man sitting alone on a bench. Loneliness and social isolation can lead to real health issues.
Social isolation and loneliness are known to increase as we age and are often spoken about interchangeably. But they are not the same and far from nuanced in their differences. Loneliness is psychologically defined as the feeling of being alone, regardless of how much social contact you have — more… See more
How to Cope Through Grief
November 3, 2023
Two people hug during a grief support group meeting.
The elements of grieving are both personal and unpredictable. The extent of bereavement, how we handle loss, and the direct impact on our health varies greatly person to person. Research shows that it’s normal to experience an undercurrent of emotional, mental and physiological health issues… See more
How Grief Can Affect Our Health
November 3, 2023
Two people comforting each other by holding hands.
As Benjamin Franklin famously noted: nothing in this world is certain except death and taxes.But when death comes sooner than expected to a loved one, or even when we’re prepared for the possibility, the ensuing grief can be debilitating, impacting many aspects of our life and our ability to focus… See more
How to Manage Grief After Losing a Loved One
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
April 14, 2023
A nurse consoling an elderly man
The loss of a loved one is an inevitable part of life. Bereavement is a tough and personal journey that can be overwhelming at times, whether the loss is a spouse, child, parent, relative, friend or pet.Bereavement includes grieving, our internal thoughts and feelings on loss, and mourning, our… See more
How Volunteering, Giving Boosts Your Mood and Health
By Sean Kelley
MDVIP
April 14, 2022
Volunteering and giving to charity both boost health outcomes and make you feel better.
Have you ever volunteered for a good cause? If yes, how did it make you feel? Did it boost your mood? What about when you donated to your favorite charity? It turns out volunteering and giving are two activities associated with good health and longevity.  Let’s focus on volunteering first.… See more
How Having a Purpose Can Lead to Better Health
By Sean Kelley
MDVIP
April 14, 2022
Most Americans close link their family to their purpose in life. Having a purpose can lead to better health outcomes.
Does your life have meaning? Does it have purpose? If you answered yes, here’s some good news: Studies show that having a purpose can lead to better health outcomes. That’s the bottom line, but from there it gets a little murky. Let’s start with how we define what gives us meaning or purpose in… See more
Depression: A Surprising Risk Factor for Heart Disease
By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP
January 31, 2022
You may not realize it, but your mental health can heavily influence your risk for heart disease. From stress to anxiety to depression, how your feeling can affect your heart's health. Learn more in this video from Dr. Alan Reisinger. TRANSCRIPT: I’m sure you know that things… See more
Does Stress Cause Grey Hair?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
March 19, 2021
Grey hair in brush

Can Stress Cause Gray Hair?

The answer to this question is YES. Most of us appreciate the wisdom that comes with age, but not the gray hair. Age and genes are probably the most widely accepted reasons for hair color loss. But thyroid conditions and low vitamin B12 levels also can play a… See more
The Best Ways to Fight Loneliness
December 28, 2020
How to fight loneliness.
America has a loneliness problem.  A report released in 2020 found that more than three in five adults are lonely. Many say they feel left out, poorly understood or short on companionship.  Loneliness is associated with poor health outcomes including cognitive decline, depression and… See more
The Health Benefits of Being Social
December 28, 2020
Loneliness can lead to serious health problems.
We reach out to friends to solve problems. We call them to share good news. We meet them for walks, for lunch, for card games. All the while, and with every interaction, we grow healthier – without stepping foot in a gym or counting a single calorie.  More than 20 years of research connect… See more

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