Prescription medications can be helpful when used correctly—but when they’re no longer needed, keeping them around puts your family at risk. Unused or expired medications are a leading source of accidental poisonings and drug misuse, especially among teens and young children.
As a parent or caregiver, you have the power to prevent tragedy with one simple step: safe disposal. The Drug Enforcement Administration’s Take Back initiative offers nearly 17,000 secure, year-round drop-off locationsin pharmacies, hospitals, and police departments nationwide.
Take a moment to clean out your medicine cabinet. Your action today could save a life tomorrow.
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