Properly Dispose of Unwanted Drugs at Elwood Public Library

Residents can safely dispose of expired or unwanted prescription drugs at the Elwood Public Library on Monday, Jan. 9.

Over-the-counter and prescription medications, including antibiotics and controlled substances, have reportedly been detected in drinking water supplies in a number of municipalities around the country.

This Shed the Meds program is an active step in preventing this issue in Suffolk County, said Legislator Steve Stern’s Office, who is organizing the event.

From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., drop off unused and expired medication into a lock box, no questions asked. The medications will then be disposed of in an environmentally-safe way.

Elwood Public Library is located at 1929 Jericho Turnpike in East Northport.

Disposing of these items helps keep seniors, kids, pets and the environment safe.

Image via Office of Steve Stern