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DEA Rocky Mountain Division Removes 18,500 Pounds of Unneeded Prescription Medications on Drug Take Back Day

November 07, 2023
… once again emptied their medicine cabinets to help dispose of old, unwanted, and expired medications. … DEA continues to expand opportunities to make safe disposal of medications more accessible nationwide. We … unnecessary medications from their home regularly and dispose of it at one of the nearly 17,000 permanent …
November 07, 2023
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DEA Holds National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to Turn the Tide Against the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

October 19, 2021
… On Oct. 23, DEA encourages Americans to safely dispose of unneeded medications that too often become a … from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at more than 200 collection … April, DEA Miami FD had a total of 190 Collection Sites and disposed of 29,260 pounds of pharmaceutical waste.  …
October 19, 2021
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DEA Holds National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to Turn the Tide Against the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

October 20, 2021
… from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at more than 4,000 local …  This Saturday, is another opportunity for residents to dispose of unwanted, unused and expired medication at one of … Prescription Drug Take Back Day not only provides for safe disposal of unwanted, unused or expired prescriptions, it …
October 20, 2021
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DEA to accept electronic vaping devices and cartridges as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 18, 2019
… youth, DEA is committed to doing all it can to help safely dispose of vaping devices and substances.  “DEA’s National … medications out of circulation and ensures their safe disposal,” said Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon.  “This …
October 18, 2019
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DEA launches “Secure Your Meds” winter campaign

December 15, 2020
… their expiration date should be secured until they can be disposed of in one of the 11,000 authorized, year-round … For information on safe at-home disposal, visit: …
December 15, 2020
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DEA launches “Secure Your Meds” winter campaign

December 14, 2020
… their expiration date should be secured until they can be disposed of in one of the 11,000 authorized, year-round … For information on safe at-home disposal, visit: …
December 14, 2020
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Enters 15th Year of Removing Unneeded Medications from Communities

April 26, 2024
… to help prevent medication misuse by offering anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at close to 5,000 local … of which can be a gateway to addiction. “Properly disposing of unneeded medications is essential.  It stops … there are also opportunities to regularly and safely dispose of unneeded medications at close to 17,000 …
April 26, 2024
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DEA to collect unneeded meds at Kentucky Capitol Building

October 21, 2019
… an opportunity for lawmakers and area residents to safely dispose of unused, expired, or unwanted prescription drugs … Take-Back Day is a great opportunity for everyone to safely dispose of medications that could otherwise make their way … Please join us in keeping our community safe by disposing of unwanted prescription drugs in your medicine …
October 21, 2019
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Results in DEA and Partners Collecting Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds of Unneeded Medications in an Effort to Prevent Addiction and Reduce Overdose Deaths

May 23, 2022
… Anne Milgram. “I encourage everyone across the country to dispose of unneeded medications throughout the year to help … DEA’s prescription drug take back effort by safely disposing of their expired and unneeded medications,” said … Take Back Day events provide easy, no-cost opportunities to dispose of medicines stored in the home that are susceptible …
May 23, 2022
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DEA and partners collect thousands of pounds of unwanted medications and vaping products during the 18th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 04, 2019
… to have extended the same opportunity to those looking to dispose of harmful vaping products.”   The public has … abuse, and theft. Public demand for safe and secure drug disposal has also resulted in a significant increase in … facilities, pharmacies, and elsewhere, making drug disposal even more convenient. Complete results for DEA’s …
November 04, 2019
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DEA and Partners Hold National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 27

October 24, 2018
… - (608) 210-4300 Milwaukee - (414) 336-7300 DEA aims to dispose of 10 million pounds of unused pills After … of those unused or expired medications through proper disposal, the fewer drugs there are to be misused, and fewer … prescription drug take back program to encourage the safe disposal of medications. National Take Back Day has received …
October 24, 2018
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Over six tons of prescription drugs and vaping devices collected in DEA Take Back

November 04, 2019
… Take Back Day. Arizonans turned out in massive numbers and disposed of 12,371.58 pounds, over six tons, of prescription … opioid epidemic by delivering over six tons of drugs for disposal at DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back …
November 04, 2019
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DEA launches "Secure Your Meds" winter campaign

December 15, 2020
… their expiration date should be secured until they can be disposed of in one of the 11,000 authorized, year-round … For information on safe at-home disposal, visit: …
December 15, 2020
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DEA Brings In Record Number Of Unused Pills During 15th Annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

May 07, 2018
… do his or her part to fight the opioid crisis - simply by disposing of unwanted prescription medications from their … advised the public that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines-flushing them down the toilet … potential safety and health hazards. Helping people to dispose of potentially harmful prescription drugs is just …
May 07, 2018
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DEA And State Of Ohio Partner With Outdoor Advertising Association Of Ohio On Drug Take Back Day

October 17, 2011
… an electronic billboard PSA campaign to remind Ohioans to dispose of unused and expired medications on National Drug … is to get unused and expired medicines out of the house and disposed of properly,” said Attorney General Mike DeWine. …
October 17, 2011
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DEA Announces 10th National Prescription Drug Take-Back

July 28, 2015
… unwanted, unneeded, or expired prescription drugs for safe disposal.   Collection sites in every local community can be … In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often flushing them down … homes and our communities safer places by taking part and disposing of your unused prescription drugs.” In the …
July 28, 2015
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DEA’s 10th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Is This Saturday

September 23, 2015
… or expired prescription drugs for safe and anonymous disposal.  This is the U.S. Drug Enforcement … In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medications, often flushing them … homes and our communities safer places by taking part and disposing of your unused prescription drugs.” stated Barbra …
September 23, 2015
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DEA Announces 10th National Prescription Drug Take-Back

July 28, 2015
… unwanted, unneeded, or expired prescription drugs for safe disposal.  Collection sites in every local community can be …  In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often flushing them down … 70,585 tons of drugs were collected and safely disposed in Florida.  On …
July 28, 2015
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DEA Nashville District Office To Hold 14th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

October 27, 2017
… of unwanted or expired medications for safe and proper disposal at sites set up throughout the state. Daniel R. … program will allow Americans to properly and safely dispose of their prescription medication which could … advised the public that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines-flushing them down the toilet …
October 27, 2017
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DEA Columbia District Office To Hold 14th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

October 27, 2017
… of unwanted or expired medications for safe and proper disposal at sites set up throughout the state. Daniel R. … program will allow Americans to properly and safely dispose of their prescription medication which could … advised the public that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines-flushing them down the toilet …
October 27, 2017
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DEA Charlotte District Office To Hold 14th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

October 27, 2017
… of unwanted or expired medications for safe and proper disposal at sites set up throughout the state. Daniel R. … program will allow Americans to properly and safely dispose of their prescription medication which could … advised the public that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines-flushing them down the toilet …
October 27, 2017
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DEA Atlanta Division Office To Hold 14th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

October 27, 2017
… of unwanted or expired medications for safe and proper disposal at sites set up throughout the state. Daniel R. … program will allow Americans to properly and safely dispose of their prescription medication which could … advised the public that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines-flushing them down the toilet …
October 27, 2017
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DEA Atlanta Hosts Second Pill Take Back Event Over 5,000 Sites (25% More Than 7 Months Ago) Join DEA In Nationwide Effort To Take-Back Prescription Drugs

April 25, 2011
… Also last fall, Congress passed the Safe and Secure Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances … Act to allow users of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by … Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain …
April 25, 2011
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DEA Atlanta Office Heads Up Seventh Prescription Drug Take - Back Event October 26

October 21, 2013
… regulations to implement the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances … by veterinarians) of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by … Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain …
October 21, 2013
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DEA Charlotte District Office Heads Up Seventh Prescription Drug Take - Back Event October 26

October 21, 2013
… regulations to implement the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances … by veterinarians) of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by … Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain …
October 21, 2013
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DEA Columbia South Carolina District Office Heads Up Seventh Prescription Drug Take - Back Event October 26

October 21, 2013
… regulations to implement the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances … by veterinarians) of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by … Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain …
October 21, 2013
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DEA Nashville District Office Heads Up Seventh Prescription Drug Take - Back Event October 26

October 21, 2013
… regulations to implement the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances … by veterinarians) of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by … Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain …
October 21, 2013
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Drug Enforcement Administration Announces 10th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Event Will Take Place From 10 Am-2 Pm On Saturday, September 26th

July 28, 2015
… unwanted, unneeded, or expired prescription drugs for safe disposal.   Collection sites in every local community can be …   In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often either flushing them … pounds, (or 2,411 tons) of drugs were collected and safely disposed of by DEA.   On …
July 28, 2015
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13th DEA Take Back Collects Over 9,500 Lbs. Of RX Drugs

May 09, 2017
… Once again, Arizonans turned out in significant numbers and disposed of 9,576.35 pounds, over four tons, of prescription … this state by participating in DEA’s Take Back Events and disposing of these potentially addictive substances,” said …
May 09, 2017
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DEA’s National Take Back Day Returns April 26 to Help Prevent Prescription Drug Misuse

April 23, 2025
… the United States a safe, convenient, and anonymous way to dispose of unneeded prescription medications. With nearly … with state and local partners to make safe medication disposal accessible to everyone, helping communities prevent … the dangers of keeping unneeded medications in the home. “Disposing of unneeded, expired medications helps us protect …
April 23, 2025