This one page fact sheet explains why communities need to have both permanent prescription drug drop boxes and designated prescription drug take back days. Includes advice from 3 Arizona police chiefs about how to set up a program and what you can expect to achieve. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Funding Source: Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Families
Rx Drug Take-Back Days vs. Permanent Rx Drug Drop Boxes - Why Agencies Need Both
An explanation of why communities need both drug take-back days and permanent prescription drug drop boxes