Lonely people are in grave health danger

Although some previous studies have shown a link between lonely people and premature deaths, a new analysis shows conglomeration amid loneliness with an increase in risk of coronary heart disease and stroke.

The auditing of 23 studies with 181,000 patients has shown that those with poor social connections, isolation and loneliness have a 29% higher risk of coronary heart disease and a 32% higher risk of stroke.

Scientists say loneliness and isolation affect self-efficiency, reduce physical activity and increase the risk of increasing cigarette and alcohol use, Kosova Prees broadcast.

It is estimated that in more developed countries these social characteristics are possible reasons for the two main causes of death and limited ability.

The results have shown that the poor quality and quantity of social networks pose a serious risk to each individual's health.

In 16 databases of 23 studies, there were 4,628 people diagnosed with coronary heart disease and 3002 people with strokes. There have been many cases of people with increased risk of strokes and cognitive heart disease. It is alarming that the number in many countries is growing steadily.

Research reveals that the cognitive heart disease is associated with other known risk factors, such as anxiety, so it is considered that social factors of patients should be involved in educating health workers.

Finally, in line with the importance of general health care of patients with particular emphasis on prevention and health supervision, additional research may help identify patients' social status.

It is important for older people to interact and after retirement with their colleagues. Family gatherings, neighborhoods, and pensioners and joint activities are important. Old people also have to be active watching TV, reading, and having different hobbies like putting puzzles on, playing Sudoku...