[Vision2020] PR - National Drug Take Back Initiative

Stephanie Kalasz skalasz at ci.moscow.id.us
Tue Apr 26 11:11:26 PDT 2011


City of Moscow
Administration
206 E Third Street
Moscow, ID 83843
Contact: Gary J. Riedner, City Supervisor
p     |  208-883-7006
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w    |  www.ci.moscow.id.us<http://www.ci.moscow.id.us>

PRESS RELEASE
Title:  National Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative

April 26, 2011 (Moscow, Idaho) - The City of Moscow Police Department and the Sustainable Environment Commission is teaming up with the Drug Enforcement Administration for our second Prescription Drug National Take Back Initiative.  This program is a nationwide program allowing anyone and everyone to drop off their unwanted medications.  The event will be held at The Palouse Empire Mall (Ross Entrance) on Saturday, April 30th, 2011 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.

This program addresses two issues, the first being the prevention of prescription drug abuse and the second being the proper disposal of unused medications.


*         Prescription drug abuse amongst our teenagers is high.  Recent studies show that prescribed and non-prescribed medications are the second most commonly abused drugs by teenagers.  The majority of these drugs are obtained from the home.  Misuse and abuse of any type of medications can have serious consequences including the death.

*         In addition to addressing the issue of abuse, medications are also being accepted to ensure that their disposal is done in an environmentally safe manner. When medications are disposed of improperly by flushing them down the toilet or thrown in the trash the chemicals can affect our water resources.  Recent studies have shown trace amounts of free-flowing pharmaceutical waste in lakes, rivers and streams.

This program is an excellent opportunity for citizens to clean out their medicine cabinets and dispose of any unwanted drugs in a safe manner.  Disposing of unwanted medications will eliminate the potential for abuse and accidental ingestion.

The Moscow Police Department is inviting anyone who wants to dispose of their unwanted medications to bring them to the Palouse Mall drop off site. An officer will be present to take possession of the medications to ensure proper disposal.  We are still unable to accept liquid medications or any needles.  If you have any questions please contact Officer Jesse Applehans at 208-883-7054.

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Story Contact: Officer Jesse Applehans
Phone: 208-883-7051
Email: japplehans at ci.moscow.id.us<mailto:japplehans at ci.moscow.id.us>


The City of Moscow delivers quality municipal services while ensuring responsible use of resources. We anticipate and meet the needs of our diverse population in order to build public trust and enhance a sense of community.

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