Fall Drug Take Back Day happening October 24 in Wisconsin

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Fall Drug Take Back Day is happening Oct. 24, 2026, in Wisconsin, and the public is encouraged to safely dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired medications.

To participate in Drug Take Back Day, the public is asked to stop by a collection event and drop-off approved items into a bin.

According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, prescription and over-the-counter medications that may be disposed of at Drug Take Back Day collection events, include:

• Capsules
• Creams (in original packaging)
• Inhalers
• Liquids (in original packaging)
• Non-aerosol sprays (in original packaging)
• Ointments
• Patches
• Pills
• Vials

Hours for drop-off vary depending on location. Be sure to check out DHS’ map on Drug Take Back collection locations and hours near you. That map is available HERE.

The Eau Claire City-County Health Department reminds the public that permanent medication drop-off locations are available throughout Eau Claire County.

An Eau Claire County disposal location can be found by visiting the Eau Claire Health Alliance’s website HERE.