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Safe Opioid Disposal - Remove the Risk Outreach Toolkit

 

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Remove the Risk

Remove the Risk raises awareness of the serious dangers of keeping unused opioid pain medicines in the home and provides information about safe disposal of these medicines.

Use these free toolkit materials—public service announcements (PSAs), social media images and posts, fact sheets, and more—for talking with others about safe opioid disposal.


Remove the Risk Toolkit


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Safely Dispose of Opioid Medicines Before They Can Do Harm (0:30)
Safely Dispose of Opioid Medicines Before They Can Do Harm (0:60)
Keep Your Family Safe From Unused Opioid Pain Medicines (0:60)
Keep Your Family Safe From Unused Opioid Pain Medicines (0:30)
Keep Your Family Safe From Unused Opioid Pain Medicines (0:15)
 


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Postcard one - Keep them safe
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Postcard two - Keep Them Safe
Postcard three - Keep Them Safe
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Want to make a difference in your community? Encourage your friends and loved ones to safely dispose of unused #opioids in their homes. Safe disposal can help decrease unnecessary exposure to opioids and prevent new addiction. Learn how. https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Too many Americans gain access to #opioids for the first time from medicine cabinets at home or at a relative’s or friend’s house. Learn how to dispose of unused prescription #opioids safely. https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

With families spending more time at home these days, it’s important to keep your home safe from potential misuse of unused prescription #opioids. Learn how to safely dispose of these medicines. https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Unused medicines in your home can spell many things—including risk, danger, and addiction. Learn how to safely dispose of unused or expired medicines before they can do harm to your loved ones. https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Most people who are prescribed #opioids for pain relief after a surgery or injury have unused meds. Make sure they don’t get into the wrong hands. Here’s how to dispose of them safely: www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

Some medicines, such as #opioids, are especially dangerous if misused. Check medicine cabinets or drawers for unused medicines. @FDA_Drug_Info explains how to safely dispose of them. www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

Unused prescription #opioids can be dangerous, especially for children and pets. Learn how to get rid of unused pills, syrups, and patches to keep your loved ones safe. www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

Opioids helped with the pain, and you held onto them… just in case. But did you know that holding onto unused #opioids puts your family at risk? Learn how to dispose of them safely: www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

You can be part of the solution to the opioid crisis. Remove the risk of unused opioids from your home - proper disposal can save lives. Discover how: www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

 

 

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Unused medicines can spell many things—including danger and addiction—so why put your family at risk? With many of us spending more time at home, it’s important that you take the steps to prevent accidental ingestion or diversion. Learn how to safely dispose of unused or expired medicines in your home before they can do harm. https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Unused opioids may be hiding in your home—in bathrooms, kitchens, and purses. Safe disposal of these medicines can help saves. Learn the steps: https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Opioid addiction is one of our nation’s greatest public health concerns. Many people who misuse prescription #opioids report getting them from a friend or family member. Learn how to dispose of unused opioids safely: https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Unused prescription #opioids can be dangerous, especially for children and pets. With many of us spending more time at home these days, learn how to get rid of unused pills, syrups, and patches to keep your loved ones safe. https://youtu.be/oP-LN8Kd9H4 #RemoveOpioidRisk

Surgery 2 years ago. A broken bone last year. The dental procedure last month. Whatever your reason for taking prescription #opioids, do not keep them around when you no longer need them. Learn how to dispose of unused opioids safely: www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

Trouble with opioids often starts at home with unused prescribed medicines in your cabinets or drawers. But you can dispose of unused medicines safely—and prevent them from harming your loved ones. Discover how: www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

Turning the tide on the opioid crisis can start with you and your community. Make sure you dispose of unused opioid medicines safely. Find out how to Remove the Risk: www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

Approximately 50% of people who misuse prescription pain medicines get them from a friend or family member. Don't share unused #opioids. Find out about safe opioid disposal and spread the word! www.FDA.gov/DrugDisposal #RemoveOpioidRisk

 


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