NATIONWIDE – The next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is just around the corner, scheduled for Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at collection sites across the country. This biannual event provides a safe, convenient, and responsible opportunity for the public to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs.

The event comes as statistics continue to highlight the critical need for proper medication disposal. A 2023 study found that more than half (53%) of participants did not know how to dispose of their old medications, while nearly three in five (58%) reported saving old medicines for future use. This practice is a significant public safety concern, as most people who misuse prescription drugs obtain them from family, friends, and acquaintances.

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