WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 7, 2006--Merck & Co., Inc. announced today the launch of a new information resource for consumers - the Guide to Affordable Medicine - which provides information on how to navigate the various government and private programs that offer medicines at a discount or for free. Consumers can receive a copy of the Guide to Affordable Medicine free-of-charge by calling 1-888-MERCK-38 or logging online at www.merckhelps.com.