
Washington Alert: Former Surgeon General Sounds Alarm on Social Media’s Harm to Kids’ Health
Washington, D.C. – Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is warning that social media poses serious risks to children’s health. In an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press” on May 27, 2025, Dr. Murthy urged lawmakers to take stronger actions to protect young users.
He expressed concern that Congress has not responded adequately to research showing how social media affects mental and physical well-being among children. Dr. Murthy highlighted issues such as:
- Increased anxiety
- Depression
- Addiction linked to platforms widely used by youth
He called for improved regulations and policies that limit harmful content and excessive screen time. The former Surgeon General emphasized the urgent need for government intervention to prevent ongoing damage to children’s development through unchecked social media exposure.
His appeal aims to prompt Congress to prioritize children’s health in the digital age with clear protective measures. Stay tuned for Questiqa USA for more latest updates.

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