Extended loneliness triples risk of early death in middle-aged

Researchers advocate public awareness to demystify loneliness

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A study published yesterday revealed for the first time a causal link between chronic loneliness and early death among middle-aged Australian women.

After examining data from women aged between 48 and 55, the findings show that women who consistently reported feeling lonely over a 15-year period were three times more likely to die early, compared to those who did not report loneliness.

Awareness needed