An article by WISTV, posted October 19, explains how the Drug Enforcement Agency would like to help South Carolina citizen to get rid of cabinets filled with unused prescription drugs.
"The non-medical use of prescription drugs ranks second only to marijuana as the most prevalent category of drug abuse in the United States," said William Douglas, DEA assistant special agent in charge.
The DEA is willing to take the drugs that you are no longer using and ones that are expired at one of the 70 collection locations in the state on National Drug Take Back Day. However, the 70 sites will only be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on October 29. DEA authorities are expecting a bigger turn out this time compared to the previous event held last spring. "In South Carolina alone, our citizens turned in over 1,250 pounds of unwanted or expired prescription drugs at over 43 collection sites," said Douglas.
It is important to get rid of prescription drugs in the household to help prevent substance abuse. There are many people who may come in and out your house, therefore by participating in National Drug Take Back Day you are not only looking out for your safety but others as well. Remember taking drugs that are not prescribed to you is illegal. So why not prevent harm by cleaning out your medicine cabinet. It is one day and a small piece of your time that can make the world of change for you or loved ones. You will not be penalized for dropping off your prescriptions.
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