Got Meds to Toss? West Islip Program Happening Saturday

In a quest to stop illegal access and potentially dangerous use of prescription medicines no longer needed by residents, Sen. Phil Boyle is hosting a "shed the meds" program this weekend.

According to a press release from Boyle, 2,500 youths (ages 12 to 17) abuse a prescription pain reliever. As the Chair of the Senate Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Committee, Boyle is is tring to stop  teens from using and experimenting with drugs found in medicine cabinets. 

The program will take place Sat. Nov. 2 at the West Islip Fire Department, at 309 Union Boulevard, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Residents are invited to dispose of unwanted and unused medications. The drugs will be properly disposed of by members of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department. Syringes, sharp objects and liquid medications will not be accepted.

For additional information or questions contact the Boyle's district office 631-665-2311.