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Record level of alcohol deaths recorded during pandemic
Deaths caused by alcohol consumption hit a new high during the first nine months of 2020, new figures for England and Wales show. Between January and September, 5,640 deaths were registered with…Feb 12, 21 -
Wales introduce minimum alcohol pricing
From 2nd March, there was a change in the way alcohol is sold in Wales, with the introduction of minimum unit pricing (MUP). Retailers and any outlets serving alcohol must charge at…Mar 11, 20 -
New report highlights scale & causes of prescription drug dependence in UK
A new report has highlighted the scale and causes of prescription drug prevalence in the UK. In 2017, the minister for public health and primary care commissioned Public Health England (PHE) to…Dec 3, 19 -
FORS Associate membership approval for RTS
Randox Testing Services are pleased to announce we have received approval to become an Associate of the Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme (FORS). The Scheme is a voluntary accreditation scheme encompassing all aspects…Jun 17, 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 -
Workplace Testing in the Manufacturing Industry
Within the manufacturing industry health and safety must be at the forefront of all employer’s mind-sets. As a high-risk industry, manufacturing employers must be extra vigilant and proactive when it comes to…Feb 22, 19 -
The Effects of Ecstasy
What is Ecstasy? Ecstasy (more formally known as MDMA) is a Class A illicit drug, meaning it is illegal to possess or trade. MDMA itself is a white, tan or brown powder,…Feb 18, 19 -
The Effects of Heroin
What is Heroin? Heroin is a synthetic derivative of naturally-occurring morphine. Morphine is extracted from the milky white latex (opium) that seeps from incisions made in the ripe poppy seed head. As…Jan 10, 19 -
Complete Drug and Alcohol Testing Solutions
At Randox Testing Services we provide reliable and cost-effective employee testing for a wide range of industries including aviation, maritime, manufacturing and many more. We cater to all business needs and offer…Dec 19, 18 -
RTS Update on the Manchester Incident
RTS Update on the Manchester Incident In January 2017 RTS discovered alleged manipulation of quality data within its laboratory processes in Manchester. The matter was reported immediately to the Police, The Forensic…Dec 6, 18
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