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Morning-After Pill Now Available OTC in Japan: Pilot Project Launched

TOKYO — Japan has launched a pilot project to sell emergency contraceptive pills over the counter. The pilot project, which began on November 28, will allow women to purchase the pills without a prescription at 145 pharmacies nationwide. However, there are some restrictions in place: The minimum age for in-store purchases is 16, but if you are under 18 you…