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What are the health benefits of art?

Studies have shown that going to a museum or gallery can have major health benefits. In light of ...

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17.58 12 Nov 2025


What are the health benefits of art?


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17.58 12 Nov 2025


Studies have shown that going to a museum or gallery can have major health benefits. In light of this, some are saying that people need to sometimes skip the gym, and have a cultural workout instead.

Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss this is Cultural Art Therapist with the National Gallery of Ireland, Andrea Clare Plunkett.


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