Save a life and protect the environment with proper drug disposal

Hannah Dalton joins News 12’s Amelia Greer to remind nearby communities about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and local efforts to keep drugs out of the wrong hands. 

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – With cold and flu season on the horizon, now’s the time to clean out your medicine cabinet to protect yourself and save to a life!

Saturday, October 25 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and the Hamilton County Coalition is setting up stations across the county to safely dispose of unused or expired medications. Safe disposal prevents the medicine getting into the wrong hands like a child or someone struggling with addiction. It also protects the environment by staying out of the water supply.

To find out where the nearest spot for drug disposal, visit the Hamilton County Coalition website or take a look at their flyer. It’s completely judgement free!

Courtesy: Hamilton County Coalition

And while you’re there, Walgreens is also offering flu and COVID vaccines to keep you healthy all season long!