Sen. Gene Yaw announced on April 23 that the next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration, will take place on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event aims to provide residents of Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties with an opportunity to safely dispose of expired or unwanted prescription drugs at designated drop-off locations listed on the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Program’s website.
Yaw said, “Take Back Day is an excellent way to reduce drug abuse and misuse across the board. It’s not only about preventing people from stealing or abusing prescription drugs, but it’s also about preventing accidental use and overdose, especially by our senior population, and ensuring that unused drugs are disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.”
During the previous Take Back Day held in October 2025, law enforcement agencies in Pennsylvania collected nearly 21,000 pounds of unused or expired medication. Since its start in 2010, more than 20 million pounds (10,196 tons) have been collected nationally through this initiative.
Yaw represents areas within Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties according to the official website. He has contributed to community activities by coaching Little League Baseball and youth soccer according to the official website, received recognition as Lycoming County Solicitor of the Year in 2004 according to the official website, provided general counsel for over two decades and chaired the board at Pennsylvania College of Technology since 2013 according to the official website, and chaired both state Senate committees focused on environmental resources as well as urban affairs according to the official website.
The broader impact of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day includes reducing risks associated with improper disposal or misuse while encouraging community involvement in public health initiatives.
