LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Henderson Police Department and the DEA collected more than 470 pounds of unused medication during its National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event.
On Saturday, HPD teamed up with the DEA for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, giving residents a safe and anonymous way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications.
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During Saturday’s event, 470.65 pounds of prescription medication for safe disposal were collected from the community.
Unused medications that sit in homes can pose serious risks, including accidental poisoning, misuse, and prescription drug abuse, according to HPD.
Henderson, DEA to host disposal event for Drug Take Back Day
“Events like Drug Take Back Day help remove these substances from circulation while providing residents with a safe disposal option,” HPD said…