Deterra Drug Disposal Blog
Welcome to the Deterra blog! Here, we share valuable insights and information on the critical topic of safe medication disposal. Explore articles on how we’re working to combat the opioid crisis, protect our environment, and empower communities and families with the tools they need to safely dispose of unwanted medications.

How At-Home Medication Disposal Can Support Patients in Recovery Beyond Discharge
For healthcare providers, recovery doesn’t always end when a patient leaves the facility. The transition from structured care back into

How State and Local Governments Can Turn Opioid Settlement Dollars Into Real Prevention
The overdose crisis in America is far from over. While drug overdose deaths have declined for three consecutive years —

Reducing Environmental Risk Through Safer Medication Disposal
Healthcare organizations are increasingly focused on sustainability, environmental responsibility, and reducing the downstream impact of pharmaceutical waste. From hospitals and

Suffield Becomes First Connecticut Town to Send Drug Disposal Kits to Every Home
In partnership with the Governor’s Prevention Partnership, the program will mail a Deterra drug deactivation pouch to every household in

The True Cost of Medication Diversion: How Point-of-Use Drug Deactivation Supports Safer Disposal
The healthcare industry faces a critical challenge that extends far beyond the pharmacy counter or the patient’s bedside: the ongoing

Propofol Wasting in Clinical Settings: Reducing Risk and Improving Compliance
Propofol wasting is a routine but high-volume challenge across hospitals, surgical centers, and procedural environments. Used widely for sedation and