Loneliness is becoming a serious health concern in the United States. Health experts warn that its harmful effects can be as bad as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Surprisingly, nearly 50% of Americans may suffer from social isolation, which leads to an almost 30% higher risk of dying early. Health issues like diabetes, heart attacks, insomnia, and dementia have been linked to loneliness. The Covid pandemic has made this problem worse by reducing people's social interactions. A study found a 16% drop in the average social network size for participants between June 2019 and June 2020. Surgeon General Murthy has proposed a six-pillar strategy to tackle loneliness and improve social infrastructure. The six pillars include supporting policies for connection, researching isolation, and improving data transparency from tech firms. Murthy also recommends spending quality time with loved ones, avoiding distractions during conversations, and helping others. During Mental Health Awareness Month, the Biden administration acknowledged the importance of tackling loneliness. However, despite its recognition, no new federal funding promises have been made to combat this growing public health issue.