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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 20 MIN

Yale Breakthrough: Music Therapy Slashes Cancer Pain and Boosts Quality of Life

from Health Research Digest with Leo and Eva · host Leo and Eva

Imagine this: A cancer patient in pain finds relief not from another pill, but from a few minutes of music. Yale University researchers just proved it. In a major review of 10 clinical trials, they discovered that live music therapy dramatically cuts pain and boosts quality of life, while even recorded music eases suffering. The surprising twist? Shorter sessions often delivered the biggest wellbeing gains. Published in a leading BMJ journal, this Yale study shows everyday people like us can harness music’s healing power — right now, at home — to feel better, reduce stress, and enjoy life more. Keep reading to discover exactly how. 🎵 https://oriems.fit/blogs/research-digest/yale-music-therapy-cancer-pain-relief

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