Live Well Streator to host prescription take-back event Oct. 28

Proper disposal of unused drugs protects the environment

This file photo shows a bag of prescription drug dropped off at the Woodstock station Saturday during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. — Live Well Streator is giving residents an opportunity to empty out their medicine cabinets of unused medication. (Sarah Nader)

October 20, 2023 at 2:00 pm CDT

Live Well Streator is giving residents an opportunity to empty out their medicine cabinets of unused medication.

A drive-thru prescription drug disposal will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 28, in the 200 block of North Park Street at City Park.

Drop off unwanted or expired prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs and syringes in a safe sealed container. Labels on the packages either need be removed or personal information should be blacked out. Medications that are flushed down the toilet or thrown away can contaminate water supplies and the environment.

Proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment, Live Well Streator said in a news release.