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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 26, 2025 from 10am-2pm (local time) at locations nationwide.
National Opioid and Heroin Awareness Week, recognized September 19-23, is sponsored by the Department of Justice to bring awareness to the cycle of opioid misuse and heroin abuse in communities all around the country.
National Prevention Week (NPW) is an annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues.