The Problem
Improper disposal of unwanted and expired medicine can pose a significant danger to our Northern Michigan’s waters, community, and families.
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The Solution
The best solution is to dispose
of old and expired medications through Northern Michigan’s Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Drop-off (POD) Program. MORE

Find a Drop-off Location
There are a number of POD Drop-off locations throughout Northern Michigan. Use our interactive map to find the location closest to you.
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About the POD Program
The Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Drop-Off Program or POD Program is a multi-county wide medication drug take back initiative to provide a convenient location for residents to properly dispose of prescription and over-the-counter medications. MORE

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Watch the POD television commercials currently airing on local televisions stations.

"Put your pills in the POD"
Created by the North Central Michigan College animation class.

"Put your pills in the POD - Version 2"
Produced  by Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council

"Stop contaminating our waters"
Produced by Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council