Delmarva – Local agencies across Delaware and Maryland will participate in the 28th DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26th. The event, organized by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), encourages communities nationwide to drop off unused or expired medications at designated locations. This initiative aims to reduce the risk of drug overdoses and prevent the misuse of prescription drugs.
During the last Take Back Day in October 2024, the DEA collected nearly 630,000 pounds (314 tons) of unused medications across 4,644 collection sites nationwide. This year’s event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with several law enforcement agencies on Delmarva already registered as drop-off points.
In Delaware, participating agencies include the Georgetown, Lewes, and Felton police departments. Maryland residents can also visit participating Maryland State Police Barracks. To find a nearby collection site, residents can search online for local drop-off locations.
