The State Duma proposed to create a department on loneliness in Russia

The deputy speaker of the State Duma from the LDPR, Boris Chernyshov, has proposed to consider the creation of a separate department within the structure of the Russian Ministry of Health to deal with the problem of loneliness. The corresponding proposal was sent to the head of the Health Ministry, Mikhail Murashko, on February 22.

"Loneliness is one of the key causes of a wide range of psychological and physiological diseases, and its consequences require a systematic approach at the state level," the document at RT's disposal reads.

According to Chernyshov, the structure should be engaged in developing and implementing a set of measures to reduce loneliness among Russians.

In addition, the deputy speaker of the State Duma noted the department's ability to coordinate prevention programs, provide methodological support to health authorities in the country's regions, and develop partnerships with public organizations.

Chernyshov also emphasized that the problem of loneliness is a factor that affects the life and health of the country's population, specifies "Gazeta.Ru".

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