The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet.
When: Saturday, April 24th form 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where: St. James Parish Sheriff’s Office Headquarters Criminal Division Lobby
5800 Hwy 44
Convent, LA 70723
Or
St James Parish Sheriff’s Office Suboffice Lobby
2631 Hwy 20
Vacherie, LA 70090
For more info, visit takebackday.dea.gov