MIAMI — The Drug Enforcement Administration will host its 28^th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at more than 140 locations throughout Florida—providing a safe way for community members to dispose of their unneeded medications.  

“This is the best way for people to rid themselves of unwanted medications,” said DEA Miami Field Division Special Agent in Charge Deanne L. Reuter. “The last thing we want is for someone to toss an unneeded prescription in the trash and it end up in the wrong hands.”

DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other forms of prescription drugs but are unable to accept syringes, sharps, or illicit drugs.

Beyond DEA’s Take Back Day, there also are opportunities to regularly and safely dispose of unneeded medications at close to 17,000 pharmacies, hospitals, and businesses working to help clean out medicine cabinets throughout the year. In addition, many police departments provide year-round drop boxes. A location finder and partner toolbox are available at www.DEATakeBack.com for easy reference to nearby collection sites.

WHO:       DEA Miami Field Division

WHAT:     National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

WHEN:     Saturday, April 26, 2025, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

WHERE:  Okeechobee County Sherriff's Office, 504 NW 4th Street

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                Walgreens, 100 NW Park Street in Okeechobee