Having a good belly laugh can be the perfect mood enhancer.
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Who doesn't love that happy buzz that follows a long, infectious bout of laughter?
Not only does laughing make you feel good, but it is also good for your health.
A 2017 study in the Journal of Dental and Medical Research found patients undergoing hemodialysis who listened to comic shows not only laughed, but also had a decrease in blood pressure.
Launceston has been laughing all week at the jokes and routines performed during Laughs of Launnie.
It seems unbelievable that our city could host an international comedy festival where 32 comedians perform 110 shows in multiple city venues, but we did.
Aside from the fact this regional city is hosting such a line-up of international comedians, many of the performers have a message beyond laughter to share.
US comedian Kirk Smith shares his experiences with his autistic son, which prompted him to make contact with StGiles to offer 50 free tickets for client families, carers, nurses and staff, knowing they would relate - and could do with a laugh.
"It's not about making fun of disabilities; it's just the reality most of us live with. I hope it gives people a little more grace, because I tell stories about what I did."
British comedian Stephen K Amos used his show to build awareness about palliative care, and raise money for Palliative Care Tasmania.
"I share a story, which either gets gasps or tears. Then we quickly go out of that and go back to laughs, but at the end I make an appeal," Amos said.
Then there was the Charity Gala event, with 11 comedians performing to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities Victoria and Tasmania.
Like laughter, love is also a powerful medicine, and this comedic charity event helped the organisation accommodate more families in the Hobart Ronald McDonald House, so they could be close to their sick child.
Laughs of Launnie wraps up on Sunday night. Going along supports the arts, charities and your well-being at the same time.