Neuroarts Quick Facts Guide

8 out of 9 studies measuring balance report significant positive changes

Dance can significantly improve muscular strength and endurance, balance, and other aspects of functional fitness in older adults.
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Singing improved maximum expiratory pressure in COPD patients

Weekly singing classes were well tolerated by COPD patients, helping improve maximal expiratory pressure and quality of life.
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Older adults who regularly read books had a 20% reduction in mortality risk compared to those who did not read regularly

Book readers had a 20% lower risk of mortality over 12 years compared to non-book readers.
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