Logan County, IL – Local residents are being encouraged to clean out their medicine cabinets this week as National Prescription Drug Take Back Day returns on Saturday, October 25. The effort aims to prevent misuse of expired or unwanted medications and protect the environment from improper disposal.
According to the Logan County Sheriff’s Office, community members can safely dispose of prescription drugs at several local collection sites. The sheriff’s office also maintains a 24/7 drop box inside its facility for year-round medication disposal.
The initiative is part of a nationwide campaign led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), which partners with local law enforcement to reduce the risks associated with leftover medications. Items accepted typically include prescription pills, capsules, and patches — but not liquids, syringes, or illicit substances.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this weekend’s event to ensure unused medications are kept out of the wrong hands and properly destroyed.
For more information about participating drop-off sites, contact the Logan County Sheriff’s Office directly.
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