Safeguard Our Community: Participate in Stone County's Prescription Drug Take-Back Initiative

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Program recently received 152 pounds of prescription medications from Sergeant Joe Beaudin of the Stone County Sheriff's Office. These medications were collected for safe destruction. The program helps prevent drug abuse by disposing of unused or expired drugs, which are often misused.

Most prescription drug abuse stems from medications obtained from family or friends, typically from home medicine cabinets. This is especially risky for young people who might access these drugs and face serious health risks. The program reduces this danger by eliminating these drugs from homes.

Sergeant Beaudin's participation underscores the combined efforts of the community and law enforcement to ensure the program's success. His work helps prevent these drugs from reaching children and teenagers.

The Stone County Sheriff's Office encourages residents to bring their unused or expired medications to their drug take-back box at 1009 Sheriffs Drive, Mountain View, AR, 72560. Note that liquid medications are not accepted at this drop box and should be disposed of as per guidelines from local healthcare providers.

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