National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

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Date & Time: April 26 •10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Ruth S. Harley University Center, Plaza
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Safely dispose of unwanted or expired prescription medications for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

In partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to help prevent pill abuse and theft, Adelphi’s Department of Public Safety and Transportation continues its biannual tradition as a drop-off site for the safe disposal of potentially dangerous, expired or unwanted prescription drugs.

The service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked. See below for items accepted and not accepted by the DEA.

Accepted Items Not Accepted for Deposit
  • Prescription pills
  • Prescription patches
  • Prescription ointments
  • Vape devices
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Vitamins
  • Sample medications
  • Medications for pets
  • Syringes, needles and sharps
  • Aerosol cans
  • Thermometers
  • Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Inhalers
  • Body or Infectious waste
  • Medications from businesses

For more information, visit the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day website.

If you have any questions please reach out to the Department of Public Safety and Transportation at askpublicsafety@adelphi.edu or 516.877.3511.

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