If you have expired or unwanted prescription drugs, you can safely dispose of them this Saturday, April 28 from 10am to 2pm as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s 4th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

Improperly discarded drugs can end up in the water supply or in the hands of children. This Take-Back Day is a great opportunity to safely dispose of medications and reduce clutter in your home. During the previous three Take-Back Days, people across the U.S. have discarded nearly 500 tons of unwanted medications.

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