Arts ‘key to a long life’

New research from the British Medical Journal found visiting museums, theatres, concerts and art galleries once or twice a year can reduce the risk of death by 14%, with more regular attendance lowering the risk by as much as 31%. Researcher Dr Daisy Fancourt and her team analysed data from more than 6700 adults over the age of 50, as part of a wider study about ageing. Fancourt said further trials are needed.