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With studies indicating a majority of abused prescription drugs come from family and friends, including from home medicine cabinets, suitcases, backpacks, handbags and kitchen cabinets, clearing out unused medicine is essential. In that spirit, Bulloch Alcohol and Drug Council will hold “National Rx Take Back Day” on Saturday, April 24.
According to a release from the Alcohol and Drug Council, the Council, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration, local law enforcement and volunteers will collect medications to prevent misuse, abuse and overdose from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 24 at three locations:
Wellness Awareness Week coming to Mineral County
Barbara High
Tribune Staff Writer
KEYSER - Child abuse, drug addiction and living a healthier lifestyle will be among the topics examined during Wellness Awareness Week April 19-23 in Mineral County.
Hosted by the ONTRACK! Coalition to address issues that happen in our community, the event will consist of several webinars available for viewing, and also have experts on hand to answer questions. The event will also have a TikTok challenge and will run end on April 24 to coincide with National Drug Take Back Day.
Dug Takes Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and health issue. Misused prescription stimulants, sedatives, and tranquilizers are of great concern, as most abused prescription drugs are obtained from family members and friends. This event provides and opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths by turning in old and used medications.