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- Constantina Constantinou
New Insights on the link between Social Connection and Mortality from UK Biobank Study
π A groundbreaking prospective cohort analysis by Foster et al., (2023) has investigated the association between social connection and mortality. The researchers analysed 458,146 participants with full data from the UK Biobank cohort linked to mortality registers.
The results of the study provided evidence that individuals living alone face increased mortality risks, especially when lacking frequent friends/family visits or engagement in weekly group activities.
π€² Strengthen Connections: Prioritize regular interactions with friends and family to potentially impact mortality risk positively.
π Community Engagement: Explore group activities for shared experiences and new connections.
π Support the Isolated: Keep an eye on those living alone, as they may need additional support for overall well-being.
π Read More: Dive into the full study for a deeper understanding of the linkΒ between social connection and its impact on mortality.
Let’s build stronger, more connected communities together! πͺπ