Loneliness: A Leading Contributing Cause of Death in Seniors

Older man talking to his family on the phone.

The top three causes of loneliness in seniors are hearing loss, visual loss, and the death of a spouse. Loneliness can lead to many health conditions, such as cancer, heart attacks, and strokes. Treating your own hearing loss or that of your parents can reduce the risk of loneliness.

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