The Ingham County Sheriff's Office is partnering with Delta Dental of Michigan for its annual prescription drug take back day on Wednesday from 3pm to 6pm at Delta Dental in Okemos.
This event coincides with National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 25. The public can drop off unused pain relievers, anti-depressants, sleep aids, and pet medications with no questions asked during the drive-thru event.
According to the health department, over the past decade, prescription drug abuse has increased among youth, and about 80 percent of people that misuse prescription drugs get medication from family members and friends.
Last year, the Ingham County Sheriff's department and Delta Dental collected more than 70 pounds of unused prescription drugs.
Author's note: Community event aims to combat prescription drug abuse.