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To combat the misuse of prescription drugs, National Prescription Take Back Day provides a safe way to dispose of unwanted or expired medications. By participating in collection efforts at designated sites, individuals can prevent accidental overdoses and substance misuse. This collaborative initiative between University Hospitals and the Cleveland Clinic, along with other healthcare providers and retail stores, offers free fentanyl test strips and naloxone kits to assist in overdose prevention.

The Springfield Police Department and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) are teaming up for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27th. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., individuals can safely dispose of their old or unused prescription drugs at the Central High School Parking Lot (1840 Roosevelt Avenue) without any questions asked. Participation is open to all, regardless of Springfield residency.

This morning, multiple news events have unfolded in the Pittsburgh area. In the Beltzhoover neighborhood, a man suffered critical stab wounds during an apparent domestic violence incident. Allegheny County Police have announced a medication take-back event for residents to dispose of old and expired medications safely.