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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Storm Newton

Laughter therapy offers new hope for millions in UK with common lung condition

Incorporating laughter therapy into treatment plans could help ease respiratory difficulties in patients suffering from a widespread lung condition, new research indicates.

Scientists behind the study suggest that the "simple, low-cost" intervention performs on par with conventional breathing drills and may work to "complement existing care" for individuals living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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