Mendo Public Health creates new safe disposal drop boxes for opioids and other drugs

MENDOCINO CO., 5/13/19 — Mendocino County’s Public Health department held a “Drug Takeback” event on April 20, and on that day alone, over 16 pounds of unused medication were collected. In light of the current national crisis of opioid addiction, which often begins with prescribed medication, Mendocino County’s public health officials want to make it even easier for people to dispose of their unused medication. So, in addition to several existing drop boxes around the county, the Health and Human Services Agency has placed an additional five boxes around the county, with more on the way.

The current medication drop boxes can be found at multiple locations in Ukiah and Covelo, as well as Fort Bragg, Willits, and Laytonville. You can find exact location of all the drop boxes here, and listed below. More information about the opioid crisis, along with lists of local resources and treatment programs, can be found at the Safe Rx Mendocino’s website.