ASPIRUS ENCOURAGES COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN PRESCRIPTION TAKE BACK DAY
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is tomorrow, April 26. Aspirus Health encourages residents to participate in this nationwide DEA led initiative designed to provide a safe, responsible mode for disposing of unused, unwanted, or expired meds. Proper disposal helps prevent drug misuse and environmental contamination. Throwing medications in the trash risks exposure to children, pets or even wildlife. Flushing them down the toilet contaminates our water supply. Many health care facilities and pharmacies provide secure drop boxes for safe disposal, including Aspirus Wausau and Medford Hospitals. Nearly 630K pounds of…
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