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Your choices matter. Learn simple steps 
you can take to help protect your loved ones from prescription opioid misuse.

 

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Opioids can be highly addictive because of how they affect your brain's reward center. Equip yourself with the facts about opioids and other pain management options so you can make healthy informed decisions and help educate those around you.

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Medication drop boxes are located throughout Washington. You can dispose of most prescription and over-the-counter medicines at participating retail pharmacies, hospital and clinic pharmacies, and law enforcement offices.

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Locking up your medication is an easy and simple way to prevent prescriptions from getting into the wrong hands. Keep loved ones safe by storing medications in a locking bag or other locking device.

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Young people in Washington say that their parents are one of the biggest influences on their decision to use or not use drugs. You can be the one to help keep your family safe. Talk with your kids about the risks of opioid use.

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