Community Building

San Mateo County becomes 1st in US to declare loneliness as health emergency

San Mateo County in the United States has become the first county in the country to declare loneliness as a health emergency. This move, suggested by a concerned citizen who even proposed the creation of a new position called the “Minister of Loneliness,” aims to address the growing problem of social isolation and its impact on mental health. While the title may be amusing to some, it highlights the seriousness of the issue at hand. Loneliness is a pervasive problem in our society, and it requires serious attention and resources to combat it effectively.

Addressing the loneliness epidemic will not be an easy task.… Continue reading