Medical City to host drug take back event Oct. 25

Denton and Collin County residents can safely dispose of unused or expired prescription medications at Medical City locations Oct. 25, according to a news release.

The Drug Enforcement Administration is hosting this event in partnership with Medical City Denton, Medical City Frisco and Medical City McKinney, for its National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to help prevent drug misuse and protect public health.

Community members can dispose of unused or expired prescription or over-the-counter medications, free of charge, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 25 at:

• Medical City Denton, 3537 S. I-35 E., Denton
• Medical City Frisco, 5575 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco
• McKinney Police Department, 2200 Taylor Burk Drive, McKinney

Individuals can bring:

• Prescription and over-the-counter medications in tablet, capsule and patch forms
• Ointments, lotions, drops and liquid medication in leak-proof containers
• Vape cartridges without batteries
• Pet medication

Needles, syringes, lancets or illegal drugs will not be accepted, the news release states.

“Providing a secure and anonymous way to dispose of unused or expired medications isn’t just about convenience—it’s about protecting lives,” Chief Medical Officer Alan Harmatz said in the news release. “Drug Take Back Day is a powerful expression of our ongoing commitment to the health and safety of our community. Every medication returned is a step toward preventing misuse, safeguarding families and creating healthier tomorrows.”