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Medical device maker Hologic Inc. said Monday it would acquire diagnostic test maker Gen-Probe Inc. for about $3.7 billion in cash to expand its molecular diagnostic business, international presence and cross-selling opportunities.

Consumer, producer, and environmental groups are concerned that Dow AgroSciences appears to be on the cusp of winning U.S. regulatory approval for genetically engineered corn -- a move that could potentially have devastating consequences by encouraging the increased use of the herbicide 2,4-D.

The student loan debate continues in Washington as the House plans to vote on a bill Friday that would keep interest rates at 3.4 percent for subsidized Stafford loans, instead of increasing to 6.8 percent on July 1.

Giuliana and Bill Rancic just announced that they arexpecting their first child via gestational carrier in the late summer and the gifts are already rolling in. Yesterday the E! News host was treated to a surprise baby shower by her coworkers.

U.S. health regulators rejected the application by Amgen Inc, the world's biggest biotechnology company, to expand the use of the drug Xgeva to delay the spread of tumors to the bone in patients suffering from advanced prostate cancer.

Blueberries and strawberries may slow memory loss in women, according to a new study. The findings add to the list of potential health effects from these superfoods.

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez returned home early Thursday after 11 days of cancer treatment in Cuba, putting an end to ongoing rumors of his death.

The New York police have arrested a woman who admitted to faking cancer for years to gain sympathy gifts and money from family, friends and donors.

Doctors administer blood transfusions far too often, causing unnecessary cost and unnecessary risk, according to a new study.

Researchers spotted an white killer whale on Sunday, the first time an all-white adult killer whale has been seen.

Angie Gomez, a 19-year-old Texas prom queen, was arrested Friday in Horizon City after being accused of faking cancer in order to collect over $17,000 in charitable donations. Gomez began a fake charity entitled Achieve the Dream Foundation, falsely claiming to be suffering from leukemia and had only six months left to live.

James Murdoch, the son of media magnate Rupert Murdoch, testified on Tuesday in a London courtroom that he had no idea of the illegal practices at the News of the World newspaper - but would have ended them if he had.

As Giuliana and Bill Rancic's struggle with fertility has been well publicized, they announced on April 23 that they're expecting a baby via a gestational surrogate.

April 24th marks World Book Day, a celebration of authors and books that is recognized by 100 counties. Though it is commonly associated with youngsters, the fun event serves as a reminder to all that reading is an indispensable part of human development. This is particularly true for women, who often seek comfort in tales of romance and forays into feminine desires.

Neither Venezuelan nor Cuban media have released any recent photos of the Socialist leader as they have during his previous jaunts to Havana.

John Edwards, a two-time White House aspirant, went on trial Monday on charges of soliciting money to cover up an affair in order to save his presidential campaign.

New findings suggest that the antidepressant Lexapro might make hot flashes a little less of a nuisance to women -- adding to the mixed bag of results regarding that drug's effect on menopause symptoms.

Leading up to the long-awaited trial, the relationship between John Edwards and his mistress Rielle Hunter is fizzling, a source said, despite reports the couple had plans to wed.

Giuliana and Bill Rancic have struggled with fertility issues for several years, but now the couple have some exciting news to share - they are expecting a baby!

Robin Gibb' colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer, is caused by uncontrolled cell growth in the colon or rectum. Symptoms typically include rectal bleeding and anemia, which are sometimes associated with weight loss and changes in bowel habits, according to the American Cancer Society.

Baby Rancic is due in late summer.