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 to do a medicine cabinet makeover
California Live’s Jobeth Devera meets up with Nurse Barb Dehn who gives tips on how to safely dispose of your expired meds with Deterra.

Delaware County begins distribution of pouches that render prescription meds unusable
Delaware County begins distribution of approximately 165,000 Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal Pouches to help residents safely dispose of meds.

‘Prevention Starts With You’ aims to deter youth substance misuse in Connecticut
Gov. Ned Lamont launches the “Prevention Starts With You” campaign that will offer Deterra Pouches to residents in the Greater Hartford and New Haven areas.

Pottsboro library offering drug deactivation kits
Pottsboro library offers Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal kits to help residents safely dispose of their unwanted medications.

Portland schools pass out thousands of drug deactivation bags
Portland School District passes out thousands of Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal Pouches to students and families.

Clackamas County District Attorney’s Office making the community safer
Clackamas County District Attorney uses Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal Pouches at county fair to help promote safer communities.