Prescription Drug Take Back Event April 30th

Medford Police and Medford Board of Health are hosting a “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day” on Saturday, April 30.

Items accepted include pills, tablets, capsules, cough medicine, creams/salves, and any other medications. This service is free and anonymous for residents.

Needles/syringes, medical devices (IV bags, home infusion items), thermometers, and medical instruments will not be accepted.

The event is for residential drop offs only and not for doctors’ or veterinarians’ offices.

The event is taking place at Medford City Hall rear parking lot from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.

Medford also has a permanent prescription drug disposal unit Located at Medford Police Station, 100 Main Street. Prescription drugs can be disposed of there confidentially anytime.

– Information from Medford Police