Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) is encouraging all constituents to take advantage of the free, safe, and convenient drug disposal options available through MyOldMeds.com.
MyOldMeds.com is a free online resource listing over 22,000 convenient and safe medication disposal locations across Minnesota and all 50 states. Hosted by the Pharmaceutical Product Stewardship Work Group (PPSWG), the website provides a valuable public health service by connecting residents with nearby options to properly dispose of unused or expired prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
“Safely disposing of unnecessary medications keeps our homes and communities safe and healthy,” Senator Nelson said. “I applaud the recent update to MyOldMeds.com, making it even easier for Minnesotans to find convenient disposal sites close to home. Proper drug disposal prevents misuse and protects our environment – it’s a commonsense measure everyone can take for the public good.”
After completing a comprehensive update on July 13, 2023, MyOldMeds.com carefully verifies all listed disposal locations in Minnesota to provide the most up-to-date and accurate information. In addition to the website, the PPSWG provides a Public Service Announcement and fact sheet with more details that can be shared throughout local communities.
Senator Nelson encourages all Minnesotans to visit MyOldMeds.com and take two minutes to find the closest, safest option to dispose of unneeded medications. She added, “This simple act of proper drug disposal can make a real difference in keeping substances out of the wrong hands and our environment clean. I urge all residents to take advantage of this free resource.”
DODGE COUNTY DROP-OFF LOCATIONS
Dodge County Sheriff’s Office
22 6th Street East, Mantorville
Website
(507) 635-6200
Location hours: 24/7
RULES
No sharps or liquids.
Mail back options available: Yes
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
Dodge County Landfill
62236 240th Avenue, Kasson
Website
(507) 634-7875
LOCATION HOURS
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm
RULES
No medications. Sharps only.
Mail back options available: Yes
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
Kasson Police Department
19 East Main Street, Kasson, MN
Website
(507) 634-3881
Location hours: 24/7
RULES
No sharps.
Mail back options available: Yes
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
OLMSTED COUNTY DROP-OFF LOCATIONS
Olmsted County Adult Detention Center
B1, Rochester, MN
Website
(507) 328-6790
Location Hours: 24/7
RULES
No liquids and sharps bin next to kiosk
Mail back options available: Yes
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
Hy-Vee
500 37th Street Northwest, Rochester
Website
(507) 289-1815
LOCATION HOURS
Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Monday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
RULES
No sharps, thermometers, aerosols, lotions, liquids or hydrogen peroxide.
Mail back options available: Yes
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
Walgreens
80 14th Street Southwest, Rochester, MN
Website
(507) 206-5132
LOCATION HOURS
Sunday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Monday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 10:00pm
RULES
No sharps, hydrogen peroxide, illicit drugs or thermometers.
Mail back options available: Yes
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
Walgreens
1112 Civic Center Drive, Rochester
Website
(507) 206-5173
LOCATION HOURS
Sunday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Monday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Tuesday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Wednesday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Thursday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Friday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday: 7:00am – 10:00pm
RULES
Mail back options available: No
Free in-home disposal kits upon request: Yes
