Hospital to partner with Hernando County Sheriff’s Department to encourage the safe disposal of unused or expired medication from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hernando County, Fla. October 2, 2023 – HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is hosting its annual “Crush the Crisis” prescription drug take back day to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug misuse and the importance of … [Read more...] about HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital to host “Crush the Crisis” prescription drug take back day on October 28
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A summary of Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage
Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage can be a little confusing, especially if you're unfamiliar with all the terminology. This article will provide a summary of Medicare Part D coverage and help clear up any confusion. Keep reading! What is Medicare Part D? Medicare Part D is a government-sponsored healthcare program that covers prescription drugs for eligible … [Read more...] about A summary of Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage
Fentanyl, a Powerful Prescription Drug That Can Be Abused
Drug overdose fatalities have reached an all-time high, wreaking havoc on families and communities. In the 12 months ending in September 2021, more than 104,000 Americans died as a result of a drug overdose. You've probably heard about the recent wave of opioid overdose deaths. And if you're a chronic pain sufferer, you might be tempted to self-medicate with opioids like … [Read more...] about Fentanyl, a Powerful Prescription Drug That Can Be Abused
National DEA Prescription Drug Takeback Day is April 24
TAMPA, Fla. (April 19, 2020) – The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is teaming up with law enforcement agencies and the Hillsborough County Anti-Drug Alliance in the Tampa Bay area on Saturday, April 24, 2020, for Prescription Drug Takeback Day. National Prescription Drug Takeback Day (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) allows people to clean out their medicine cabinets and dispose of any … [Read more...] about National DEA Prescription Drug Takeback Day is April 24
National DEA Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Removed One Ton of Medications
2,719 pounds of expired and unused medications were disposed of safely TAMPA, Fla. (Oct 26, 2020) – The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), local law enforcement agencies and the Hillsborough County Anti-Drug Alliance (HCADA) participated in a national Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 24, 2020, that removed more than a ton of unused, expired or unwanted … [Read more...] about National DEA Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Removed One Ton of Medications