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WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 (UPI) -- The Justice Department has joined whistleblower lawsuits against nearly 30 hospitals across the country for allegedly overcharging Medicare, the department said Tuesday.

Today is Thursday, Nov. 21, the 325th day of 2002 with 40 to follow.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 (UPI) -- Angina patients may have some new treatment options involving either gene therapy or doses of antibiotics, according to two new studies released Monday.

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 4 (UPI) -- A noninvasive test that analyzes samples of fluid taken from the breast with a suction device may help predict who is at risk for developing breast cancer.

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 21, the 325th day of 2001 with 40 to follow.