Palatka, FL – Residents across Putnam County are invited to safely dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs this Saturday during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, the event will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Walmart parking lot, 1024 S. State Road 19 in Palatka. The initiative is a partnership between HCA Florida Putnam Hospital, Walmart, and local law enforcement to promote safe disposal and reduce the risk of medication misuse.
Organizers say the effort helps prevent unintentional overdoses, environmental harm, and prescription drug abuse by keeping unused medication out of circulation. No registration is required, and participants can simply drive up to the drop-off area for disposal.
Officials encourage residents to check their medicine cabinets for expired or unneeded pills, liquids, or capsules. However, needles and sharps will not be accepted at this event.
The Sheriff’s Office says these events have already collected thousands of pounds of unwanted medication statewide, helping keep homes and communities safer.
For more information on local disposal options, visit the DEA’s Take Back Day webpage or contact the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
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