Prescription Drug Misuse

Permanent Drop Boxes
Wilson County has several permanent drop box locations where citizens can safely dispose of prescription medications. This is a great way to help protect our loved ones, community, and environment. 

Wilson Locations include:

• Wilson Police Department
  120N Goldsboro St.
• Wilson County Sheriff Office
  100 Green St.
• CVS Pharmacy 
  2101 Tarboro St
• Walgreens
  3001 NC Hwy 42

Lock Your Meds
​67% of people who abuse prescription medications get them from family and friends. They think these medications are safe. But in the wrong hands, they’re not.

To prevent prescription medication overdose:

• Count and properly secure your medications
• Dispose of all medications responsibly
• Spread the word in your community

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Medication Drop Off Events
​The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse and medications.

Next date and location information coming soon!

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