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Politics & Government

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

More than seven million Americans currently abuse prescription drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including the home medicine cabinet.

DEA is organizing National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, where people can give back prescription drugs they no longer need. The first such day,, in September, was a huge success.

Two Take Back sites:

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NYPD 78th Police Precinct, 65 6th Avenue (between Dean & Bergen Streets) 
*FDNY Engine 220/Ladder 122, 530 11th Street (between 7th & 8th Avenues) 

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