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Self-medication and misuse of drugs are apparently becoming common in Kerala, posing serious health risks.

The requirement that certain drugs be dispensed only on the basis of prescriptions is often violated by pharmacies. What is the way out: a campaign of awareness as well as stricter

enforcement? Please write in with your views, a maximum of 300 words, marked `Peoplespeak', by post, e-mail or by hand to reach us by September 29.

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