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"Operation Medicine Cabinet" Prescription-Drug Drop-Off

The Pinellas County Diversion Task Force Coalition, in partnership with the LiveFree! Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Pinellas County, presents “Operation Medicine Cabinet” -- an opportunity for residents to discard unused or expired prescription drugs safely, with no questions asked.

This multi-agency effort is aimed at addressing prescription-drug abuse and keeping the environment clean.

In addition to the drop-off site listed above, this area has two others:

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  • Sweetbay Supermarket, 955 62nd Avenue South, St. Petersburg;
  • Sweetbay Supermarket, 6095 9th Avenue North, St. Petersburg.

Please look for a law-enforcement presence in the parking lot, not inside the store.

Be advised: No biohazards or needles will be accepted.

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