Several sites across western Mass. to take part in National Drug Take Back Day

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - The Drug Enforcement Administration reminded the public to get rid of unneeded prescription drugs, and you have a safe way to do so this Saturday. Though prescribed by a doctor, they can still be dangerous if misused. Saturday will be the 31st annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

The DEA will have take back locations across the country, with multiple here in western Mass. You can drop off your unwanted drugs for safe disposal, no questions asked, “it’s safer to if you don’t need it anymore and you’re not using it. It’s safer. And it’s just a safe way to dispose of it because there there is no other reason to to keep it,” said DEA Washington Division Special Agent in Charge Cindy Marx.

Marx said it’s important you don’t throw drugs in the trash or down the toilet, as it’s bad for the environment. If you’re looking to participate, you can take your unused meds to any of the places on your screen now at 10 a.m.

To find the takeback closest to you, you find a location by clicking the link here.