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New rules would require multi-lingual prescription drug labels
For non English speakers it's nearly impossible. Now California State officials might require pharmacists to provide prescription drug labels in languages other than English.
Right now, drug labels appear only in English in California, yet 44 percent of Californians speak a language other than English at home.
Right now, drug labels appear only in English in California, yet 44 percent of Californians speak a language other than English at home.
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For non English speakers it's nearly impossible. Now California State officials might require pharmacists to provide prescription drug labels in languages other than English.

Reading labels on prescription drug labels can be a challenge for anyone.

For non English speakers it's nearly impossible. Now California State officials might require pharmacists to provide prescription drug labels in languages other than English. New York approved a similar rule last year. It ensures that non-English speakers understand what they're supposed to take and when.

The California Report's April Dembosky reports.