EXTFocused Ultrasound Eases Fibroid Symptoms (HealthDay)A noninvasive ultrasound procedure called magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound surgery (MRgFUS) shrinks uterine fibroids and relieves fibroid-related symptoms.

Preemies Do Best at Experienced Medical Centers (HealthDay)Extremely premature babies are 1.2 to 2.7 times more likely to die if they’re born at hospitals with the least resources for their care, compared to hospitals with the most resources.

Sleep Apnea Could Raise Obstetric Risks (HealthDay)Sleep apnea greatly increases the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure during pregnancy, according to a U.S. study that looked at nationwide data on millions of pregnancies in 2003.

Could Viagra Put the Brakes on Jet Lag? (HealthDay)Worried about jet lag? Researchers think they might have just the ticket to perk you up: Viagra.

Eating Apples, Fish During Pregnancy Protects Kids From Allergies, Asthma (HealthDay)Filling up on apples and fish during pregnancy might protect your child from developing asthma and allergic diseases, a new study shows.

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