What does opioid abuse look like, and how can I help?

Proper disposal of unused medications with Deterra Drug Deactivation System can help prevent misuse and accidental overdoses.
Cape County Public Health Center: Stop flushing opioids

Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center urges residents to avoid flushing opioids and offers Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal System Pouches to help residents safely deactivate and dispose of drugs.
Drug Take Back Day message observed year-round locally

Richland County Public Health asks individuals to safely dispose of unused medication with free Deterra Pouches or by dropping off unneeded drugs at local pharmacies to help prevent misuse and overdoses.
5-minute training can help you help someone who may be overdosing

The Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department will offer curbside Narcan training and free Deterra Pouches to combat overdoses.
Farmington Hills hosts drug take-back April 24

As part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Farmington Hills offers Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal System Pouches to residents to safely dispose of liquid medications.