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Why is the CRD promoting the Medications Return Program (MRP)?

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Why is the CRD promoting the Medications Return Program (MRP)?

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Every year, thousands of kilograms of unused or expired medications find their way into landfills and the marine environment. Source control is the best way to keep pharmaceuticals from contaminating these environments. Between 2005 and 2006, BC saw an increase of 11% in medications being returned to pharmacies, which has been attributed to local governments promoting the Medications Return Program.

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