Brockton Needle Hotline

The City of Brockton has a hotline telephone number for anyone who finds improperly discarded needles - 508-583-2323. This number directs you to the Brockton Fire Dept. dispatch and if you find a needle that you would like to have removed, a member of the Brockton Refuse Dept. or Brewster Ambulance will come to remove the improperly discarded needle.

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Hi, I was not referring to what you described. I was refering to prople who are prescribed needles and medication. Please re-read. I would like to know if this will be considered or not, and why. Thank you.

Yes, i read that. The issue i described is for people who have medical conditions. Such as diabeties. In other words, for residents who use needles for MEDICAL reasons. As well as meds that need to be discarded. I am not referring to needles/drugs left in the street. Please consider what I wrote above. I would like to know if this will or will not happen, and why. Thank you.

Hello Mr. or Ms. Watson,

A family member may drop off any un-needed medications and needles, including properly prescribed supplies to the recycling center on Oak Hill Way. They are equipped to receive them. During business hours of 9-5 pm, the patient or a family member may call the number listed above, 508-583-2323 and qualified personnel will be dispatched to pick up the supplies. Lastly, your doctor's office, or endocrinologist who is monitoring the medical condition like diabetes, will always receive the un-needed supplies. Perhaps they even issued a Sharps Container Biohazard Needle Disposal container for your use. They are also available for purchase at any medical supply outlet or online retailer such as Amazon.com. Have a nice day!

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Thank you, very much appreciated. I will call that number for the drop off. I hope they don't charge. Is it possible to post this info permanently on the city hall page?

The needle hotline number is already on the City Hall Webpage, 508-583-2323 and there is no charge for this service.

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