
Willow Health Media
May 25, 2025 at 10:24 AM
💊 Pill Problems: Where Do They Go?
Most Kenyans flush, burn, bury—or share—expired meds. But these pills don’t just vanish.
They pollute water, poison soil, fuel addiction, and put children at risk. Burning releases toxins. Burying spreads antibiotic resistance. Sharing? A dangerous gamble.
Crush and seal tablets with coffee grounds. Mix liquids with dirt or sawdust. Return high-risk meds—like antibiotics, opioids, or hormonal drugs—to pharmacies with proper disposal points.
📖 More in the piece by Dr Sharon Wambua 👉 https://willowhealthmedia.org/bye-bye-capsules-how-to-dump-unused-expired-medications-at-home/