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Mexico City to give elderly men free Viagra
By Ben Wasserman
Nov 16, 2008 - 11:27:32 PM

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The government of Mexico City said it plans to hand out free medicine like Viagra, Levitra or Cialis to elderly men with erectile dysfunction starting on Dec 1.

Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon, governor of the federal district that encompasses the Mexican capital, was cited as saying everyone has the right to be happy.

As many as 70 percent of seniors suffer erectile dysfunction.   Many seniors are abandoned and lack money. They don't have medical services.

Recipients will be medically examined to make sure they are not suffering underlying conditions like hypertension and diabetes. And use of these impotent drugs will be under adequate medical supervision.