You can't get this medicine from your doctor.
If you have been feeling depressed, lonely, or bored lately, consider giving an hour or two of your life away each week—to a worthy cause.

Following are some interesting things Gallup pollsters learned about people who volunteer:

55% of Americans over age 14 (over 92 million people) volunteer some time to a worthy cause.

57% of volunteers are employed outside the home.

Most volunteers donate one to three hours of time a week

Why people say they volunteer:

• they want to help others

• it is interesting and enjoyable

• it is an outlet for talents not used elsewhere

The largest number of volunteers are involved in religious activities (37%), educational activities (23%), and health-related activities (23%).