Progress
■ WHO guide to investigating drug use in the community has contributed to a growing body of knowledge on consumer understanding, attitudes and practices regarding drug use. (How to Investigate Drug Use in Communities).
■ Support independent sources of drug information. Experiences with independent drug bulletins are being shared with developing countries through networks such as the International Society of Drug Bulletins.
■ Development of drug information centres. These are important source of independent drug information. Linking these centres electronically contributes to sharing of information and experience.