County residents can properly dispose of prescription drugs

From staff reports

The Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department (BCADAD), in partnership with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, is again participating in the DEA National Rx Take Back program that allows people to properly dispose of unused prescription drugs.

The event will be held Saturday, October 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at two locations:

  • Beaufort County Bluffton Government Center, 4819 Bluffton Parkway, Bluffton;
  • Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center, 2001 Duke Street, Beaufort.

Drop-off is for pills only. Please do not bring liquids or sharps/needles. Both locations will have proper at-home disposal solutions for all who stop by.

For those who can’t attend the event, local drop-off sites are conveniently located around the County and are available any time.

More information on DEA National Rx Take Back can be found at https://bit.ly/3ooeKh8.

For more information about this event, call the Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department at 843-255-6013.

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