Allina Health retail pharmacies take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

MINNEAPOLIS (April 20, 2026) — Allina Health Pharmacy Services invites everyone to check their medicine cabinets and get rid of their unused medications on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25. 

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day helps Americans easily rid their homes of old, unwanted, or expired medications. 

“Leftover prescription drugs are often treated like forgotten clutter, but they’re anything but harmless, as it only takes one pill to become a serious safety issue,” said JoAnne Myhre, drug diversion program manager, Allina Health Pharmacy Services. “The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reminds us that regular, safe disposal of medications is a key part of keeping our families and communities safe.” 

To dispose of your medications:

  • take them to any Allina Health retail pharmacy and look for the large, green take-back box
  • enter your zip code to find a dedicated public collection site near your community
  • sharps (such as insulin needles) and illegal substances (including medical cannabis) cannot be dropped off.

Disposal is free and anonymous. Allina Health retail pharmacies will accept unneeded medications during business hours year round. For more information on collection sites and events, visit the DEA website at https://www.dea.gov/takebackday.

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About Allina Health

Allina Health is a nonprofit health care system serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin, dedicated to preventing and treating illness and improving the health of individuals, families and communities. Through a network of more than 90 clinics, 12 hospital campuses, 13 retail pharmacies, specialty care centers, home care and emergency medical transportation, Allina Health provides high-quality care from birth through end-of-life. 

Allina Health Institutes are at the forefront of the mission, which offer nationally recognized experts and advanced care in key specialties: 

  • Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute – A leader in cardiovascular innovation, research and care delivery through clinical trials, publications and training 4,000+ providers annually, it is consistently rated ‘High Performing’ by U.S. News & World Report. 
  • Allina Health Cancer Institute – Providing comprehensive, personalized and innovative oncology care across the full cancer journey, delivered at 18 locations—including its three largest hospitals, which U.S. News & World Report consistently rates “High Performing” in multiple oncology specialties. 
  • Allina Health Brain and Spine Institute – Delivering advanced neurologic and spine care through Givens Brain Tumor Program, three nationally accredited stroke centers and an elite Adult Neurology Residency Program, while earning recognition from Becker’s, Newsweek & U.S. News & World Report.

Together, these institutes exemplify Allina Health’s commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Learn more at allinahealth.org and join us on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn.