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San Diegans Encouraged to Get Rid of Painkillers, Other Rx Drugs

Apr. 18, 2019 | 11:44 AM

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San Diegans will once again have an opportunity to get rid of unused or unwanted medications during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s spring Prescription Drug Take Back Day April 27.

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Safely Dispose of Old Prescription Drugs on Take-Back Day

Oct. 21, 2016 | 9:39 AM

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While the number of prescription drug deaths has recently leveled off in San Diego County, misuse of medication remains a danger. Dispose of them properly during the Drug Enforcement Agency’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this weekend.