A permanent drop box is available at the Wauwatosa Police Department (1700 N. 116th Street) for expired and unused prescription and over the counter medications. No needles/sharps, household chemicals, hygiene items, biohazard material will be accepted. You must be a Wauwatosa resident and valid identification is required.
Collection Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 7 am – 8 pm
Sharps Collection
We accept sharps in approved medical grade red sharps containers from individuals who live or work in Wauwatosa free of charge. Collection will be held on Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm at the Wauwatosa Health Department located at 7725 W. North Avenue. See pictures below for examples of accepted containers.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) rules apply to the disposal of needles, syringes, lancets, or other sharps. If you or family members use these items, please plan ahead for their proper disposal.
Sharps containers available for purchase for $10.
Collection Events
For the past several years, we’ve had a medication collection station as part of the annual September Tosa Green Summit. Check our events calendar for any upcoming events or find other places that accept medications.