Medication safety.

Keep all medications and supplies out of the reach of children and pets, and away from other household or food items. If your medication needs to be kept in the refrigerator, put it on a clean shelf or in a drawer.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Medications

Using a local drug take-back program is the best way to dispose of unwanted medications. Do not flush unused medications or pour them down the sink.

Injection supplies

Do not recap needles after injections. Keep a rigid, puncture-proof, leak-proof container close by for easy disposal of syringes and needles. Store the container upright and keep out of reach of children. When the container is full, seal the lid with tape or glue. To dispose of the container properly, follow your country or city regulations. Please do not send the container to CVS Specialty.

If you need more information on disposal of unused medications or of medical waste, consult your local Department of Public Health agency or call your pharmacy.

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Use soap and warm water to wash your hands. Rub your hands together well for at least 20 seconds and scrub all surfaces. Rinse your hands under running water and dry your hands using a paper towel or air dryer.

If you cannot find soap and water, clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Rub the sanitizer all over your hands – this includes under your nails and between your fingers – until your hands are dry.

Take enough medication and supplies to last through an emergency. If you use an infusion pump or other device, be sure to take that with you, too. Store temperature-sensitive medication in an ice-filled ice chest, and when you can, let your CareTeam know how you are doing and how to reach you.