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[HUGH]

Mike,

The other day I bought some Lemsip powders in Boots, having noted a few 
colds and sore throats among acquaintances. The chap behind the counter 
asked me what tablets I was taking, obviously checking it was safe for him 
to sell me Lemsips to add to the list.  Leading questions always irritate 
me, as does the look of surprise I get when I tell them I don't take 
anything.  Sometimes I feel I should tell them I'll try harder.

Hugh.