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Tops Friendly Markets Press Release
Saturday, Oct. 26, marks the 27th annual National Drug Take Back Day hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). As this day approaches, Tops Friendly Markets would like to remind the community that all 54 of its pharmacy locations are approved drop-off locations for prescription drugs. Working alongside the Department of Environmental Conservation, shoppers will find clearly designated disposal bins located in the Tops pharmacy department where they can dispose of their unused and unwanted medications.
"Tops is proud to support the Annual National Drug Take Back Day each year in the communities we serve," said Matthew Hamed, director of pharmacy for Northeast Shared Services, a subsidiary of Northeast Grocery Inc., which oversees Tops Friendly Markets. "We are committed to being part of the solution – not just on Oct. 26, but throughout the year. Proper disposal of unused, unwanted and expired prescription medications is vital, as it not only protects our environment but, more importantly, saves lives."
The last National Drug Take Back day, hosted in April 2024 saw over 670,136 pounds (335 tons) of medication recovered. Since the program’s inception in 2010, 18.5 million pounds (9,285 tons) of medication across the U.S. have been properly disposed of.
Returning prescription drugs at any one of the 54 Tops Friendly Markets locations can be done safely and anonymously year-round during normal pharmacy hours. To find a Tops nearest you, visit Tops Friendly Markets – store locator – NY (topsmarkets.com)
Headquartered in Williamsville, Tops Markets operates a network of 152 grocery stores spanning New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont, including one franchise location in Lewiston. Discover more at www.topsmarkets.com.
1859 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
Phone: 716-773-7676
Fax: 716-773-7190
