October 29th marks the third annual prescription drug take-back day hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administrations. The day titled, National Drug Take-Back Day, is intended to allow people to turn in potentially dangerous, expired, misused and unwanted prescription drugs for safe destruction at thousands of sites nationwide.The DEA started this event as a way to combat the growing trend of prescription drug abuse among teens. The source of prescription drugs are often the medicine cabinets in their home making it easily accessible to teens.
With thousands of drop areas in all 50 states, the DEA makes it easy for people to drop off their unwanted prescription drugs. The event occurs from 10 am to 2 pm and the service is completely free and anonymous. Drop areas are listed on the DEA's website with new sites added daily.
Source: Drugfree.org
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