Derby Youth Service Bureau To Host Medication Take Back Day Event

DERBY, CT — The Derby Youth Service Bureau will host a Medication Take Back Day event later this month in collaboration with the Derby Police Department and the Naugatuck Valley Health District.

According to a news release provided by the Youth Services Bureau, the event will take place April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bradley School in Derby.

The event is part of the National Medication Take Back Day initiative.

"In response to the ongoing public health crisis and the alarming rise in overdose deaths across the country, this initiative aims to safely collect unused and unwanted prescription drugs," the release reads. "By preventing these medications from falling into the wrong hands, we can help reduce the risk of misuse, addiction and the transition to dangerous illicit drugs, many of which are often laced with deadly substances such as fentanyl."

According to the release, Medication Take Back Day is a crucial step in the bureau's efforts "to combat the opioid crisis and prevent overdose tragedies in our community."

The Derby Youth Service Bureau encourages everyone to participate in this important initiative and help make a positive impact on public health and safety, the release notes.