The DEA’s National Take-Back Day is Scheduled for Saturday, October 22nd. National Take-Back Day is an initiative created by the DEA that focuses on providing a safe and responsible way to dispose of unneeded or expired prescription medication. National Take-Back Day is also used to educate individuals about prescription drug abuse.
The National Take-Back Day collection site for the Effingham area is at the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office from 10:00am to 2:00pm. The Effingham County Sheriff’s Office is located at 101 N. 4th St in Effingham.