Katy ISD Police Department Collaborates with DEA for Another Successful Prescription Drug Take Back Day
In a collective effort to secure the community's safety, Katy ISD Police Department successfully facilitated the recent Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This initiative saw more than 20 boxes of medication safely removed from circulation, further ensuring the reduction of potential substance abuse risks.
The event took place on October 26th, where an estimated 100 community members took the opportunity to discard their unused, expired, and unwanted prescription medication. According to Henry Gaw, Chief of Police in Katy ISD, the initiative was met with strong support from the community, expressing "This event is always well-supported and this year was no different."
The Katy ISD Police Department, in tandem with the DEA, hosts these Drug Take Back Day events twice annually, with the next one slated for April. Since its inception, the DEA has effectively collected over 17 million pounds of unused prescription medication.
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This community-wide effort aligns with the DEA's mission to curtail the ongoing drug overdose epidemic plaguing the United States, a dire public health, public safety, and national security concern. The DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day serves as a platform for public education, equipping communities with the knowledge and resources to reduce the misuse of medication and prevent the onset of opioid addiction.
For those who missed the recent event, the DEA offers a year-round solution to dispose of unused medicine. Interested parties can visit this website to locate a participating safe drop-off site in their area. Participating locations include retailers like Walgreens and CVS, offering an accessible and safe method to contribute to a safer, healthier community.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
