Just Ask: Learn About Plastic Recycling Rules and How to Dispose of Unused or Outdated Medicine

Discover the logic behind plastic recycling rules and brush up on responsible medication disposal.

By Umbra Fisk
May/June 2010
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Q: I understand that a recycling station might only accept plastics type 1 and 2. But why would a station accept types 1 and 2 only if the plastic is in the shape of a narrow-neck bottle? If it’s made of the same stuff, and in the recycling process will be ground up and melted down (or so I assume), why does the item’s shape matter?
Jonathan T., Norwich, Vermont

Find out what Umbra has to say about plastic recycling rules

Q: I do not know how to dispose of unused or outdated medications. Where, what and how?    
Florence S., Bath, Maine

Find out Umbra's tips for safely disposing of old medicines.

Umbra Fisk is an advice columnist for Grist Magazine. 

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