The CDC reports, “Every year, two million people end up in the hospital due to drug-related injuries. This might include medication errors, adverse drug reactions, allergic reactions, or overdoses.” Furthermore, the majority of people who obtained pills with the intent to misuse, received them from a friend or relative for free or took them without asking (ONDCP). Disposing of unwanted and expired medications regularly and practicing safe storage methods can prevent overdose, misuse of prescription drugs, potential accidents, and environmental contamination.

On Saturday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Horizon Behavioral Health and local law enforcement will be present in Appomattox for residents to dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused medications as well as provide valuable, free resources to safely store medications in your home.

Location: Hometown Pharmacy, 199 Old Courthouse Road, Appomattox.

Rapid REVIVE Trainings will also be offered for individuals interested in receiving free Narcan and becoming trained in opioid overdose emergency response.