Viewing works of art can boost well-being by giving meaning to life, suggests a new study. And the benefit can be gained in a hospital setting as well as an art gallery, say scientists.

The simple act of looking at a piece of visual art can boost your wellbeing, a new research study has found, and this benefit can be gained in a hospital setting as well as an art gallery.

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