Outgoing U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy Calls for Rebuilding Community

In his final message, Dr. Murthy identifies relationships, service, and purpose as vital to addressing America's health and social crises.

Dr. Vivek Murthy released a 32-page 'Parting Prescription,' emphasizing the need to rebuild community as a solution to widespread loneliness and disconnection in the U.S.
He identified three pillars of community—relationships, service, and purpose—that significantly influence health outcomes and overall fulfillment.
Murthy warned that the erosion of community has contributed to a 'spiritual crisis,' driving division, despair, and poor mental and physical health.
He urged Americans to prioritize acts of kindness, strengthen social connections, and pursue a purpose that benefits others to improve well-being and resilience.
Murthy's farewell reflects on his tenure addressing issues like loneliness, youth mental health, and the impact of social media, calling for a cultural shift toward community-centered values.