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Headaches and Poppy Seeds – Opiate Detection in Drug Testing
Headaches and Poppy Seeds Headaches and Poppy seeds are both common in every day life, however many don’t know the implications these can have for a drug test. It is possible that…
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Drug & Alcohol Amnesty Periods in your organisation
Medical (Drug & Alcohol) amnesty policies have become an increasingly popular theme in the workplace due to the rise in drug and alcohol misuse and the concern for an organisation’s employee health…
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Workplace Drug & Alcohol Testing: How Randox Testing Services can help
With the widespread availability of drugs and alcohol, there is an increased risk of substance abuse in the workplace leading to huge ramifications for a business and its employees. Jeopardising the safety…Nov 24, 20 -
Northern Ireland drug deaths reach record level
A recent report released by Stormont Executives shows that drug related deaths in Northern Ireland has jumped 40% from 2017. The number of drug-related deaths in Northern Ireland soared to 189 last…Jan 30, 20 -
Practical steps for dealing with substance misuse in the workplace
What is substance misuse? Substance misuse (or abuse) is defined as the sustained use of any mind-altering substance. This includes legal substances like solvents and alcohol as well as illegal drugs. Through…Nov 14, 19 -
Addressing Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace
Within any business, companies seek to outline clear methods in which employees should act and behave whilst carrying out their roles. These rules are outlined in company workplace policies. Every business –…Sep 10, 19 -
The Effects of Cocaine
What is Cocaine? Cocaine is one of the oldest and most potent of the naturally-occurring central nervous system stimulants known. It is a natural extract of the Coca plant (Erythroxylon coca) and…Sep 4, 19 -
Highest drug death rate in EU recorded in Scotland
A recent report has revealed that Scotland has recorded the highest drug death rate in the EU, with a 27% increase than the previous year. The statistics published by National Records of…Jul 26, 19 -
Benefits of Implementing a Workplace Testing Programme
Workplace drug & alcohol testing is, for many companies, a contentious issue. Some see it as a method in protecting the safety of their employees, enabling them to carry out their daily…May 21, 19 -
The Effects of Alcohol and Drugs on Mental Health
A person’s mental health refers to the condition of their psychological and emotional well-being. Poor mental health can have severe ramifications, and so it is very important that people take care of…May 14, 19
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