Part of Arizona’s Rethink Rx Abuse public health information campaign, these materials are intended to help communities implement a program to reduce illicit acquisition and diversion of prescription drugs.
Arizona’s Opioid Epidemic – Brand and Generic Names for Prescription Opioids
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This one page document lists brand name and generic names for prescription opioids. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Check Your Shelf!
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A one page fact sheet that reminds people of the importance of safely disposing of their medications with guidance on how to find a prescription drug drop box. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Funeral Directors: Help Your Clients Avoid Prescription Drug Related Victimization
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This one page document provides information for funeral directors on how to help their clients properly dispose of the deceased’s prescription drugs to avoid having them stolen or used unsafely. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
How to Handle Leftover Medication
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This one page document explains why it is important to safely dispose of old medications and how to safely dispose of them. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Sample News Release for a Prescription Drug Take Back Day
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A sample press release for community organizations to adopt when promoting a prescription drug take back day. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Realtors: Warn Your Clients About Prescription Drug Theft
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A one page document with information to help realtors inform their clients about the risk of prescription drug theft, how to prevent it, and what to do if it happens. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Safeguard Your Mail-Order Prescription Drugs
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This one page document provides tips for patients and caregivers on protecting their mail-order prescription drugs . Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Sharing Isn’t Caring
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This one page infographic or poster conveys the simple message that patients should not share their medications with others. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Fact Sheet: Prescription Drug Take-Back Event
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This one page guide provides information on how to organize a prescription drug take-back day. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
Fact Sheet: Prescription Drug Permanent Drop Box
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
A fact sheet with information for law enforcement in establishing a permanent prescription drug drop box. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.
When a Loved One Passes – Handling Leftover Medication
Source: Arizona Rethink RX Abuse
This one page fact sheet explains why and how caregivers should safely dispose of their loved ones unused prescription medications after death. Part of the Arizona ReThink RX Abuse initiative which helps communities educate their citizens about prescription drug safety.