Why does social isolation increase mortality risk?

A study identifies a link between social isolation and inflammation, suggesting that inflammation may help explain why isolation increases disease risk.

COVID-Driven Isolation Can Be Dangerous for Older Adults

More COVID-19 Fallout: Social Isolation Associated with Poor Health and Emotional Distress

Obesity, Social Isolation, and Mortality: A New Perspective

How loneliness and social isolation is linked to early death

Effects of Objective and Perceived Social Isolation on Cardiovascular and Brain Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Social isolation, loneliness can damage heart and brain health, report says

Social isolation and risk of heart disease and stroke: analysis of two large UK prospective studies - The Lancet Public Health

Socially Isolated and Lonely People Are Dying Early - WSJ

Frontiers Breaking the vicious cycle: The interplay between loneliness, metabolic illness, and mental health

Social Isolation and Loneliness