LANSING, Mich. (News 10) – Michigan residents can safely dispose of unused prescription medications Saturday during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.<\/p>\n
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., all 31 Michigan State Police posts will serve as drop-off sites across the state, including in the Greater Lansing area.<\/p>\n
Health officials say expired and unused medications can increase the risk of accidental poisoning, medication errors and misuse, particularly when drugs remain in the home longer than needed.<\/p>\n
Collected pills will be destroyed, and no questions will be asked. Liquids, inhalers, patches and syringes will not be accepted.<\/p>\n
Residents who cannot participate Saturday can anonymously surrender prescription drugs at any Michigan State Police post Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding holidays.<\/p>\n
This year marks the 31st National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.<\/p>\n
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