The area’s first-ever pharmaceutical collection for unwanted and expired medications will take place tomorrow Saturday, May 15 from 9a-1p at Hampton Community Center in Hampton Township, 3101 McCully Road (Between Rte 8 and Middle Road).

Since the planners do not know how many people to expect, they ask that you register online at http://www.swpahhw.org/Pharmaceutical.html or by phone at 412-488-7452. There is a flat disposal fee of $3 per participant. There will also be law enforcement officials and pharmacists on site.

Remember:
*Keep all medications in their original containers.
* Use a permanent marker to black out the names of the patient & any doctor/dentist/vet
* Do *not* black out the name of the med, dosage, and quantity

Call 412-488-7452 or visit www.swpahhw.org to register.

Law enforcement and licensed pharmacists will be on site to ensure all material
collected is handled in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS INCLUDE:
• Prescription, over-the-counter and veterinary medications.
• Prescription medications include both controlled and non-controlled substances.

WE DO NOT ACCEPT:
• durable medical goods
• health and beauty aids
• home care supplies
• home health equipment
• household hazardous waste (paint, aerosol cans, etc.)
• illegal substances and paraphernalia
• infectious waste
• institutional waste
• medical devices and equipment
• medical sharps (needles, lancets)
• mercury thermometers
• personal care items
• radioactive materials