Loneliness Is Lethal: New Science Behind Health Impacts of Isolation

There’s a new epidemic hitting the American public hard: loneliness. U.S. surgeon general Dr. Vivek Murthy has recently declared that loneliness may be as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, as research shows that prolonged isolation can lead to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia, and premature death. This declaration has left many Americans with questions. Why is this happening in the age of social media — when people across the globe can connect easier than ever? How can the American public combat this health risk if loneliness can be difficult to identify in others? On the Rundown, former U.S. surgeon general Dr. Jerome Adams answers these questions, explaining why social media is actually a leading cause of loneliness in America, what the science is behind how isolation can impact physical health, and how people can focus on doing simple acts in their communities to make a big difference.

The April jobs report showed over 250,000 jobs were created last month, showing good economic growth as unemployment numbers ease. This data comes days after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates again, lifting them to a 16-year high. This move from the Fed may tackle inflation, but economists worry it could further strain the banking system which has seen turmoil in recent months. Co-anchor of “The Big Money Show” on FOX Business, Taylor Riggs, joins the Rundown to discuss what job numbers mean for working Americans, why the nation’s regional banks are so important to local communities, and the state of the Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation.

Plus, commentary by former Trump Economic Adviser and economist at the Heritage Foundation, Steve Moore.