DEA Will Accept Vape Products On National Drug Take Back Day

The video discusses the DEA's national prescription drug take back day, allowing people to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs and vaping devices. Vaping devices with non-removable lithium ion batteries are not accepted. The event aims to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. Due to rising vaping rates and related illnesses, the DEA has included vaping products in the event. The CDC reports over 1600 lung injury cases and 35 deaths linked to vaping, with investigations ongoing.

What is the new addition to the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day?

• Vaping devices and cartridges

• Expired food items

• Old electronics

• Used clothing

Which type of vaping devices will not be accepted during the event?

• Devices with removable batteries

• Devices with non-removable lithium ion batteries

• Devices without batteries

• All types of vaping devices

What is the main goal of the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day?

• To promote healthy eating

• To prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths

• To reduce air pollution

• To recycle old electronics

Since its inception, how much prescription drugs has the program collected?

• More than 15 million pounds

• More than 20 million pounds

• More than 11 million pounds

• More than 5 million pounds

What is one of the reasons for adding vaping products to the Take Back Day?

• To increase sales of vaping products

• To address high vaping rates among young people

• To reduce the cost of vaping products

• To promote vaping as a healthy alternative