Dispose of Unused Meds: National Take Back Day, October 28.

Written by Kristen Schmutz

Belden Communications News

Law enforcement agencies throughout Volusia County are combatting accidental poisonings, overdoses, and improper use of medications by urging residents to play a vital role in the responsible disposal of unused or expired drugs during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 28, at various locations.

During this initiative, individuals can safely relinquish medications without any questions asked and without the need for forms or identification. This initiative aims to ensure a safe and proper disposal of medications, promoting a safer environment and reducing potential harm from misuse or accidental ingestion of these substances.

It is important to note that only medications are eligible for acceptance at this event—sharps and inhalers will not be collected.

Local Law Enforcement agencies accepting medicines during the National Prescription Drug Take Back event are:

• Daytona Beach Police Headquarters -129 Valor Boulevard in Daytona Beach.
• Orlando VA Police Department - 551 National Healthcare Drive in Daytona Beach
• South Daytona Police Department - 1672 S. Ridgewood Ave in Daytona Beach
• Holly Hill Police Department - 1065 S. Ridgewood Ave in Daytona Beach
• Port Orange Police Department - 4545 Clyde Morris Boulevard in Port Orange 
• Ponce Inlet Police Department - 4301 S. Peninsula Drive in Ponce Inlet
• New Smyrna Beach Police Department - 246 Industrial Park Ave in New Smyrna Beach
• Volusia County Sheriff’s Office - 1435 US-Hghwy 1 Suite D-3 in Ormond Beach
• Ormond Beach Police Department - 170 W Granada Boulevard in Ormond Beach
• Edgewater Police Department - 135 E. Park Ave in Edgewater
• Volusia County Sheriff’s Office - 1691 Providence Boulevard in Deltona
• Orange City Police Department (Walmart) - 2400 Veterans Memorial Parkway in Orange City 
• Orange City Police Department - 207 N Holly Ave in Orange City
• Volusia County Sheriff’s Office - 1706 S. Woodland Boulevard in DeLand
• DeLand Police Department - 219 W. Howry Avenue in DeLand
• Volusia County Sheriff’s Office - 79 South Charles R. Beall Boulevard in DeBary