RX Drug Take Back

Every year the Happy Valley Youth Council, in conjunction with the nationwide effort led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), gears up for its annual Rx Drug Take Back event in April.  This important drop off event gives residents and community members a chance to safely dispose of unwanted or expired medicine cabinet items.  Offered as a way to not only raise awareness of the dangers of medications getting into the wrong hands, but this event also highlights the Youth Council’s commitment to encouraging a safe community for all. Too often, unused prescriptions or over-the-counter medications find their way into the wrong hands. This is dangerous and can lead to tragic outcomes.  Safe disposal protects our water supply and keeps drugs out of the hands of unauthorized or recreational users.  Since its start, the event has collected well over 5,000 pounds of drug items and has ensured their safe disposal via the support of the event’s community partners.