Museums become care facilities, libraries become wellness centers, and art and music are included into therapeutic routes. This is the vision being realized through the new Memorandum of Understanding signed by the Italian Ministries of Culture and Health. The agreement is part of a new view of healthcare policies in which human well-being is based not just on healthcare but also on access to culture. The Memorandum acknowledges museums, libraries, archives, and cultural venues as key players in healthcare pathways, capable of improving the quality of life for individuals and communities. The Memorandum encourages current experiences, such as museum treatment and art therapy, and proposes scientific studies, training for healthcare and cultural workers, awareness campaigns, and the formation of a Joint Scientific Committee. This is a critical step in transforming episodic activities into structured public policy capable of using culture as a key lever for inclusion and well-being.
News Source: 9Colonne
