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Friday, April 17, 2026

Research shows friendships can improve quality of life

USA/Health—   By Roz Brown, producer, New Mexico Connection, a bureau of Public News Service.   Starting or maintaining friendships can require effort and even strategy, but research shows your physical and mental health will benefit. It is often called the “loneliness epidemic” because one in three Americans say they lack meaningful relationships. Culprits can be technology, urbanization, or lingering fear […]