Pollution Pathways
There are a variety of ways that unwanted and expired medication can end up in the environment, but it’s easy to avoid contributing to the problem.
Environmental Impacts
Improper disposal is one way that medicine can enter our waterways. Designed to work even at low concentrations, medication can have significant impacts on aquatic organisms including bacteria, algae, invertebrates, and fish.
Public Health Impacts
Proper disposal practices can help prevent poisonings and drug overdose deaths, and minimize the risks associated with drug abuse.
Prevent Waste
Consumers can take simple steps to prevent some unwanted or expired medicine from accumulating and becoming garbage in the first place.
FIND A DROP-OFF LOCATION
Use our interactive map to find a location near you to take your unwanted or expired medicine.