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Paintings in Hospitals is the UK's leading national arts in health charity. Paintings in Hospitals aims to transform the UK's wellbeing by using world-class art to inspire better health for patients, carers, and communities. Art in doctor's surgeries can create welcoming waiting rooms and care spaces that ease anxiety and stress for both patients and staff. Risca Surgery: Artworks and Engagement Activities for GP Patients and Staff it was a project developed by Paintings in Hospitals. The surgery's modern building had large empty walls in the waiting areas and consultation rooms. Staff were particularly keen on using art to inspire better health and well-being throughout the surgery.
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The patients and staff enjoyed the experience of talking about art and voicing their opinions about what they liked and did not like. Many also felt free to express emotions related to the artwork images and how they affected their mood and feelings in the space.