Woodstock, GA – A countywide effort to reduce prescription drug misuse is set to take place this Saturday as Cherokee County officials prepare for a multi-location medication disposal event.
Residents in Cherokee County and surrounding cities like Woodstock, Acworth, and Jasper are encouraged to participate in the upcoming DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back initiative, aimed at safely removing unused or expired medications from homes.
According to the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office, the event will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at several participating Walmart and Kroger locations throughout the county. Officials say the initiative provides a free, anonymous way for residents to dispose of medications while helping prevent drug misuse and environmental contamination.
Designated Walmart drop-off sites include 6435 Bells Ferry Road and 12182 Highway 92 in Woodstock, along with 1100 Old Philadelphia Road in Jasper. Kroger locations participating in the event include 6199 Highway 92 in Acworth and 2295 Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock.
Law enforcement officials emphasize that events like this play a critical role in reducing access to potentially dangerous prescription drugs, particularly among youth. By offering a convenient and secure disposal option, the program aims to limit the chances of medications being diverted for unintended use.
Community members are encouraged to check their homes for unused prescriptions, including pills, capsules, and other medications. Officials note that the program is part of a nationwide campaign led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.
The sheriff’s office says strong community participation is key to the program’s success and helps support ongoing public safety efforts across Cherokee County.
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