Staff report
Residents have a critical opportunity this Saturday, Oct. 25, to safely dispose of old and unused prescription medications during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
The nationwide event aims to combat substance misuse, prevent accidental poisonings, and protect local water systems from contamination. Collection sites will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at multiple locations across Nassau County. Disposal is free and anonymous, with no questions asked.
The following items are accepted for disposal: unused or expired prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, pet medications, prescription patches, prescription ointments, and vitamins. Items not accepted are needles, sharps, liquids, aerosols, or inhalers.
Local Drop-Off Locations:
- Fernandina Beach Police Department, 1525 Lime St.
- Hagan Ace Hardware, 85880 Miner Rd., Yulee
- Hagan Ace Hardware, 450037 State Road 200, Callahan
- Hilliard Pharmacy, 551770 U.S. 1, Hilliard
- Nassau County Council on Aging, 1901 Island Walkway, Fernandina Beach
For those outside Nassau County, collection sites can be found by visiting www.DEATakeBack.com.
