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FDA Approves New Influenza Vaccine for Upcoming Flu Season
To avoid the flu vaccine shortates from last year, the FDA approved Fluarix, a new flu vaccine for adults.

‘Smart’ Ankle Brace May Stop Seniors from Falling
Falling down is the leading cause of injury death for Americans age 65 and older. Students at Stanford University have developed an ankle brace that monitors balance and foot position, to reduce the risk of falling.

What Causes Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction?
Most men experience impotence or erectile dysfunction at some point, but as men age it becomes more common. Here are common causes of impotence or erectile dysfunction.

How Are Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction Diagnosed?
An accurate diagnosis of impotence or erectile dysfunction can help your doctor find the best treatment. Here are common diagnostic tests for impotence and erectile dysfunction.

Take Vitamin A, But Not Too Much
Several studies found that avoiding hip fractures – an increasingly common injury and cause of disability among seniors – may be a matter of balance when it comes to Vitamin A. Too much Vitamin A can be bad for your bones.

Feds Offer Seniors Easy Signup for Medicare Drug Discount Cards
To reach low-income seniors, Medicare has made it easier to sign up for Medicare-approved drug discount cards. You can still save $600 in 2004 and another $600 plus additional drug discounts in 2005.

Medicare Drug Discount Cards Help Seniors Save on Prescriptions
Here's how seniors and people with disabilities can save 10 to 70 percent on prescriptions drugs with Medicare-approved drug discount cards.

Skin Anatomy: How Your Skin Protects You
As the largest organ in your body, your skin protects you in many amazing ways. Take the first step to prevent aging skin with an anti-aging skin care program.

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