The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 9.7 million people misused prescription pain relievers, 4.9 million people misused prescription stimulants, and 5.9 million people misused prescription tranquilizers or sedatives in 2019. The survey also showed that a majority of misused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet.

Access the event flyer in English and Spanish at the following link.

The San Diego County Sheriff's Department will be participating in Drug Take Back Day at four official sites:

• Imperial Beach Sheriff’s Station 845 Imperial Beach Blvd., Imperial Beach
• Poway Sheriff's Station 13100 Bowron Road, Poway
• San Marcos Sheriff’s Station 182 Santar Place, San Marcos
• North County Regional Center Courthouse 325 S. Melrose Drive, Vista

As a reminder, community members are always welcome to bring unwanted, unused or expired medication to a Sheriff's Department facility disposal kiosk and drop it in—just like putting a letter in a mailbox.  These collection boxes are accessible Monday through Friday during business hours. 

It's free, convenient and anonymous. Visit the following website for more information.