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It is an honor to have U . S . Surgeon General Dr . Vivek H . Murthy on this issue ’ s cover of Pickleball Magazine ! The first Surgeon General of Indian descent and the youngest ever appointed to the role , Dr . Murthy is among the most trusted voices in
America on matters of public health .
In a society increasingly dominated by digital interactions , the United States is grappling with an unexpected crisis : loneliness . Dr . Murthy is addressing this pervasive issue , calling for more genuine face-to-face connections . It ’ s no surprise that he cites pickleball as one way of bringing people and communities together .
“ Pickleball has tapped into something that we ’ ve known for a long time but need to be reminded of — meeting up in person , getting some exercise , and playing a sport , whether you ’ re a child or an adult — these are all part of what it means to be human ,” says Dr . Murthy . “ We need connection and time with
Dr . Murthy with Clara and Garrett Gainor for a quick two-on-one game .
others to thrive , just as we need food and water .”
In December , contributor Laura Gainor sat down with Dr . Murthy in his Washington , D . C ., office . Be sure to read “ A Prescription for Connection ” on page 28 .
Wishing you a healthy , happy New Year !
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