Properly dispose of your old medications

Looking for an extra way to be productive and make a difference on Saturday? How about clearing out your drawers and cabinets of any unused or expired prescription drugs that should be thrown away?

Saturday is National Prescription Drug Takeback Day, during which law enforcement agencies provide a safe way to anonymously dispose of medications as a means to prevent drug misuse and abuse.

“When each of us takes responsibility for safely disposing of medications, we take a meaningful step toward ending the cycle of addiction,” said Jonathan Board, West Virginia First Foundation executive director. “Take Back Day is more than a reminder; it’s a movement toward a healthier West Virginia.”

It’s important to remember these sites cannot accept syringes, other sharps or illegal drugs. But anyon