Great Neck Sewer District Collects Unused Pharmaceuticals
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District's 16th semiannual Shed the Meds event collected over 748 pounds of unused or expired pharmaceuticals.
Some 242 cars participated in the event, which was held at the district headquarters on October 19th. In addition to pharmaceuticals, residents also dropped off enough medical sharps to fill fifteen 17-gallon containers.
Since Shed the Meds began eight years ago, the district has collected close to four tons of unused pharmaceuticals and medical sharps. This event is one of the only opportunities for residents to safely dispose of medical sharps on Long Island.
Residents can safely dispose of medical sharps at the Shed the Meds event, as most local police precincts and healthcare locations do not accept these materials.
The event provides a valuable service to the community, helping to prevent the misuse of pharmaceuticals and the improper disposal of medical sharps.
Author's summary: Great Neck Sewer District collects 748 pounds of unused pharmaceuticals.
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