April 22, 2021

WEST WINDSOR, NJ (MERCER)–The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 9.7 million people misused prescription pain relievers, 4.9 million people misused prescription stimulants, and 5.9 million people misused prescription tranquilizers or sedatives in 2019. The survey also showed that a majority of misused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet.

The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.  Chief Garofalo is thrilled to have Wegmans be this year’s sponsor and Recovery Advocates of America join us for Take Back Day. 

Location: West Windsor Police Department , 271 Clarksville Rd, West Windsor Township, NJ 08550

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