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'Drug Take Back' in Cole County Saturday

Posted: 09.29.2012 at 6:32 PM

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COLE COUNTY -- Most people know the dangers of abusing prescription medication, but sometimes they don't realize those dangers can lurk right inside their home posing a risk to their kids.

The Cole County sheriff, EMS, and the drug enforcement administration teamed up today to hold a collection drive for people who have leftover prescription medication.

Officials say there's a great chance that a child could unknowingly take a prescription medication.

"There's a lot of potential all the time. Drug problem with young people is always a concern,” said Cole County Paramedic Aaron Steenbrugen."

Last year, Americans turned in 276 tons of unused medication.

Today in Cole County they collected 36 pounds.

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