The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services encourages Missourians to clean up unused medications by safely disposing of them.

According to the department, medications are a top source of accidental poisoning for children. Also, flushed meds are responsible for 2,300 tons of hazardous waste each year.

Some police stations, sheriff’s offices, pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics accept unwanted medication. Drug take-back events are also available in the area.

To view the pharmaceutical take-back and safe disposal locations in the area click here: https://marc-gis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/interactivelegend/index.html?appid=b29776fe7f634601a9d88c8e31941408

The Pettis County Health Center also has medication disposal bags available for area residents.