Operation Medicine Drop uses drop boxes at designated locations within the community for people to drop off expired or unused medications. With overdose rates climbing within the state and Duplin County, providing more locations in which people can dispose of potentially harmful medications can ensure they do not end up in the wrong hands. Collaborating with the Duplin County Substance Coalition, the Duplin County Health Department has been able to spread information and increase usage of the current medication drop boxes. 

We serve all residents of Duplin County, which is about 48,515 people.

By educating the public on the proper disposal of expired or unused medications, we reduce the risk of contamination of our water system and prevent medications from getting into the wrong hands.

This program was added in 2023.