Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's new book explores America's health challenges, emphasizing the importance of rebuilding community and addressing issues like loneliness, gun violence, and the opioid crisis.
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, who served two terms under former President Obama and President Biden, has released a book addressing the nation's health challenges. During his tenure, Murthy was a calming presence during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, he also focused on less visible public health issues like loneliness, gun violence, and the opioid crisis. In a TIME interview, Murthy discusses his findings and hopes for a healthier and happier America.
He emphasizes the need to rebuild a sense of community, defining it as a place with strong relationships, mutual support, and a shared sense of purpose fueled by love and core virtues like generosity and kindness. Murthy believes this sense of community has eroded for many people and needs to be restored
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