NOVA Police to Host DEA Drug Takeback Event, Saturday, Oct. 26

September 24, 2024 / Events

NOVA Police will participate in the 27th Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Event on Saturday, October 26 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. This event will take place at both the Woodbridge and Annandale campuses, providing a convenient opportunity for community members to dispose of unused or expired medications safely.

Safely disposing of these medications is crucial in preventing drug abuse and accidental poisonings, which can pose serious risks to individuals, especially children and pets. Furthermore, proper disposal helps protect our environment by ensuring that harmful substances do not contaminate water sources or soil.

Participants are encouraged to bring their unused or expired medications for safe disposal, but please note that syringes will not be accepted at this event. This initiative is an important step toward promoting public health and safety within our communities. Below are the details for the participating campuses:

Woodbridge Campus, Workforce Development Center WRC Building, Main Entrance
Annandale Campus, Main Entrance CA Building Lobby

We hope to see you there as we work together to keep our community safe and healthy! For additional information, please visit Take Back Day (dea.gov) or contact Lt. Tony Ong at tong2@nvcc.edu.

Submitted by:
Lt. Tony Ong, NOVA PD, TOng2@nvcc.edu