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Bera Applauds Drug Disposal Kiosks Coming to Walgreens

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By: Ami Bera
By: Ami Bera
Date: Feb. 12, 2016
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Drugs

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-07) praised the recent announcement from Walgreens that the drugstore chain will install more than 500 drug disposal bins in stores across the U.S. to help fight prescription drug abuse.

Bera has introduced legislation to help expand prescription drug take-back programs. His bill, the DROP Act, would help keep unused or expired medication out of the wrong hands.

"Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in our country and for many people it starts when they can access the drugs from a family member or friend's medicine cabinet," Bera said. "I've been working to raise awareness about this issue and I'm glad Walgreens is taking this simple step to help prevent abuse and I'm glad the rollout of their program will begin in California. It will make a big difference in the effort to prevent prescription drug abuse and addiction."


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