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Point of care testing for drugs and alcohol
Point of care (POC) testing in a general sense is defined as: ‘Medical diagnostic testing at or near the point of care – that is, at the time and place of patient… -
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Proposed cuts on funding for drug and alcohol rehabilitation in Scotland
Experts are warning a 22% funding cut for drug and alcohol rehabilitation could see deaths rise and a massive increase in the costs to society. Alcohol and Drug Partnerships have been told… -
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Government Announce New Guidelines on Alcohol Consumption
For the first time in 21 years, the Government has done a full review of the guidelines for alcohol consumption. The guidelines recommend that men and women who drink regularly should drink… -
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Alcohol Firms Attempts to Fight Alcohol Abuse Deemed a Failure
In 2011, the, ‘public health responsibility deal’ was deemed a ground-breaking, public-private partnership that would reduce alcohol problems. The idea behind this deal was that organisations would sign up and commit to… -
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Employers guide to having a fun and safe Christmas party season
Over the 12 days of Christmas the average person is set to consume 3 bottles of wine, 18 pints of beer and 1 bottle of spirits – around 137 units of alcohol.… -
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Combatting Drugs and Alcohol in the Transport Industry
The effects of drugs and alcohol on a driver’s ability are widely documented. There are lots of drink driving campaigns and charities out there that do a very good job of promoting…
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