The Lebanon Police Department, in partnership with the Laclede County Drug Council and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will host a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lebanon Police Department, 401 S. Jefferson Avenue.
This event provides community members with a safe, free, and anonymous way to dispose of unneeded or expired prescription medications. Tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs will be accepted. Please note that syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs will not be accepted. Liquid medications, such as cough syrup, must be sealed in their original containers with caps tightly secured.
For over a decade, Take Back Day has offered Americans a convenient and responsible way to rid their homes of potentially dangerous medications. Nationally, the initiative has removed more than 19.2 million pounds of prescription drugs from circulation, helping reduce misuse and prevent substance abuse.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to safely clear out medicine cabinets and protect their households and community.
For additional information or questions, please contact the Lebanon Police Department or visit www.DEATakeBack.com.