Got unwanted, used, or expired prescription drugs lying around?
The Chula Vista Office of Sustainability, in partnership with the Chula Vista Police Department and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, will host the 28th semi-annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 26 at the John Lippitt Public Works Center, 1800 Maxwell Road.
The free event is open to all participants, who are invited to drop off unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs for safe disposal. Prescription pills and patches are acceptable for disposal.
Pet prescription pills also will be accepted. Needles and liquids of any kind will not be accepted. Disposals are anonymous and no RSVP is required to participate.
Prescription Drug Take Back Day is an initiative organized by the U.S. Department of Drug Enforcement Administration addressing prescription drug abuse and safety hazards that can come from improper prescription drug disposal.
The city of Chula Vista has participated in the event since it began in 2010.
