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The United States is in an “epidemic of loneliness,” according to the surgeon general. And while social media is often blamed for making people feel more alone, a handful of new apps are trying to help people make new connections.
In January, Here & Now‘s Scott Tong talked with active users of Wyzr, TimeLeft, and Pawmates about their experiences meeting new people online.
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