While the research included only Australian women, which means the results might not apply to men or other cultures, the findings have “significant implications” for health, according to the study.

The researchers from the University of Queensland said the results highlight “the benefits of starting or maintaining high quality and diverse social relationships throughout middle to early old age”.

They continued: “Second, at the community level, interventions focusing on social relationship satisfaction or quality may be particularly efficient in preventing the progression of chronic conditions.

“Third, at the country and global levels, social connections should be considered a public health priority in chronic disease prevention and intervention.”

Source: | This article first appeared on Express.co.uk

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