BCBSA urges Americans to dispose of unwanted prescription medications
Many Americans have saved significant amounts of money on prescription drugs by purchasing cheap medication from Canada.
Many Americans have saved significant amounts of money on prescription drugs by purchasing cheap medication from Canada. When buying new products, however, individuals should rid their cabinets of expired, unused or unwanted ones, as these could pose a safety threat, according to the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA).
The organization is supporting the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, which will take place on April 30.
"BCBSA and Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies nationwide are leading efforts to increase patient safety and make it a healthcare priority," said Allan Korn, who serves as senior vice president and chief medical officer. "We commend the DEA's efforts of providing a safe and easy way for Americans to drop off their unnecessary prescription drugs."
More than 5,100 locations across the U.S. will be available for the public to dispose of unwanted medications. The service is free and anonymous, and has met with great success in the past.
On National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in September 2010, the DEA collected more than 121 tons of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 collection sites around the country.
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