MADISON, (WKOW) — Madison residents had the opportunity Saturday to safely dispose of expired and unwanted medications during the annual Prescription Take Back Day.
Safe Communities hosted collection sites at Elver Park and Warner Park, giving community members a way to get rid of old medications while helping protect the environment.
Maya Robinson with Safe Communities said the event also helps prevent medications from being improperly disposed of.
“Anyone from the community who has collected expired medications of any kind can bring them in, and then we can safely dispose of them to make sure that we’re keeping our beautiful environment as clean as possible,” Robinson said.
Residents could drop off prescription and over-the-counter medications, including old pills. Organizers were equipped to handle the medications safely, and a local law enforcement official helped ensure they were transported and disposed of properly.
Robinson said turnout was strong, with other community events at both parks bringing additional foot traffic to the collection sites.
Prescription Take Back Day happens once a year, giving residents an opportunity to clear out medications that have accumulated at home.
Robinson said even small actions can make a difference in keeping communities safe.
“All of these civilians are taking personal responsibility for the role that they play in maintaining our safe environment, our safe community,” Robinson said.