Dance therapy shows significant health benefits and savings
Amy Dowden, a professional dancer from Strictly Come Dancing, highlighted the benefits of dance during her chemotherapy treatment, stating that even small movements improved her bone strength and mental health. A report from the Arts Council of Wales revealed that arts programs aimed at enhancing physical health and wellbeing save the Welsh NHS £26 million annually, with potential savings of £5 million from a national dance program and £17 million if 5% of adult mental health GP appointments are avoided through such engagement.