Washtenaw County, MI – The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents to safely dispose of expired or unused prescription medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2201 Hogback Road in Ann Arbor.
According to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), the event provides a free, safe, and anonymous way for residents to get rid of medications that are no longer needed. Officials say removing old prescriptions from homes helps prevent potential misuse and accidental poisonings, while keeping communities safer overall.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back initiative, coordinated by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), has collected nearly 20 million pounds of unwanted medication nationwide since its launch in 2010. Local law enforcement agencies, including the WCSO, participate twice a year to offer residents a secure way to dispose of pharmaceuticals responsibly.
Residents are encouraged to bring tablets, capsules, patches, and other prescription forms to the event. Liquids, needles, and sharps are not accepted.
For more information, visit the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office social media pages or the official DEA Take Back Day website.
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