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By Stew Kernan

Local police forces are holding the annual Prescription Drug Drop-Off Day.

You can get rid of any old or unused medications Saturday from 10 until 3 at the O-P-P detachment on Highway 69 south or at any pharmacy.

Greater Sudbury Police Deputy Chief Al Lekun says16% of local youth have used medications for non-medicinal purposes.

Taking medication meant for someone else can result in illness or even death.

A recent report show 24% of teens reported misusing prescription medications at least once within the last year…with most taking the medications from the family home.