Why don most household hazardous waste collection (HHW) days accept medications?
The collection of pharmaceuticals at a HHW event requires special staffing, including a licensed pharmacist who can identify, sort, and log the pharmaceuticals accepted. In addition, to ensure that controlled substances (narcotics) are properly disposed of, the collection must also occur separately from the other HHW and a law enforcement official must be present to take possession of those drugs.
