WHAT – Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is partnering with the Nassau County Police Department’s Second Precinct to host a “Shed the Meds” event at the Syosset Public Library on Tuesday, Sept. 24.
From 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., residents will have the opportunity to securely dispose of unwanted and/or expired prescription medications and patches, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, drug samples and pet medications at the library under the supervision of Second Precinct officers. Please note that needles/sharps, aerosol cans, thermometers, ointments, (liquid or lotion), hydrogen peroxide, inhalers, biohazardous materials and/or medications from business will not be accepted.
“Through our ongoing partnership with the Second Precinct, my office’s Shed the Meds events provide Nassau residents with convenient opportunities to clear their medicine cabinets in a way that protects the environment and prevents drug abuse and misuse in our community,” Deputy Minority Leader Drucker said. “If you have unwanted or expired medicine to dispose of, I strongly encourage you to join us on September 24 and avail yourself of this vital service.”
Residents can contact the Second Precinct at 516-573-6200 or Deputy Minority Leader Drucker’s office at 516-571-6216 with questions.
WHEN – Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024
TIME – 5 – 7:30 p.m.
WHERE - Syosset Public Library 225 South Oyster Bay Road Syosset, N.Y. 11791