Topic:

“A Threat to Our Water: Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products”

Originally presented on January 21, 2009.

This webcast introduces the issue of how the use, and improper disposal, of medications and personal care products by the public is presenting a serious threat to the quality and safety of public water supplies across the country.

Supporting Material:

Documents and Files:

• Proper Disposal – PowerPoint Slides
  
• Photos of One-day Disposal Effort in Erie, PA

Web Links:

• Office of National Drug Control Policy
• Environmental Protection Agency PPCP Website
• Earth 911
• Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant Disposal of Unwanted Medicines: A Resource for Action in your Community
• Potomac Water Watch

Environmental Literacy:

• PPCP Educational Poster
• US Forest Service Northern Research Station

Other Resources:

• You Tube Video of a Pharmaceutical Collection Day in Erie, PA

Archived Video:

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