BBC Health News

Music 'calms nerves before surgery' as well as sedative19 Jul 2019 00:36The "world's most relaxing song" could be just as good at calming patients' nerves, a study suggests.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak declared global health emergency17 Jul 2019 21:05The rare declaration comes after Ebola killed more than 1,600 people in DR Congo.
Parents of sick and premature babies should get more leave - PM18 Jul 2019 22:30Theresa May says "it's not fair" parents have to return to work before their baby leaves hospital.
Skin cancer risk 'not just from holiday sun'18 Jul 2019 00:30Cancer Research warns people in the UK to protect their skin at home and not only when they are away.
Child mental health unit referrals 'up nearly 50%'18 Jul 2019 06:00The figures, which are across the UK, are 'deeply worrying', say the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Children with gender identity issues 'need help from all sides'17 Jul 2019 18:30Referrals to NHS gender identity clinics have more than tripled in the past five years.

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