Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry News
The overlooked survivors of the opioid crisis: Analysis
A recent analysis published by The Guardian and authored by Erika Fry examined the “hidden” consequences of the opioid crisis in the U.S. and focused on the lives of individuals who survived overdoses but were left with severe brain injuries and lifelong disabilities....
U.S. Supreme Court to review law prohibiting illicit drug users from owning firearms
On October 20, the U.S. Supreme Court released a statement saying it will decide whether a federal law that prohibits individuals who use illicit drugs from having firearms violates the Second Amendment. The Trump administration has requested a review of the challenge...
New study reveals a link between intelligence and alcohol use disorder risk
According to the results of a recent research study, lower intelligence scores in young adulthood are significantly associated with a higher risk of developing alcohol use disorder later in life. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal JAMA Psychiatry, was a...
Vermont health officials raise concerns over growing stimulant use
A recent article published by WCAX discussed the growing concerns among Vermont health officials about the shift from opioid abuse to stimulant use. So far, both state and local health officials have reported observed changes in drug consumption patterns in the state....
Wearable patch can help reduce alcohol and drug cravings: New study
The results of a new study carried out by researchers from Mass General Bringham in Massachusetts show that a wearable device can help manage stress, decrease cravings, and reduce the risk of relapse in real time for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders...
Virginia Tech scientists explore GLP-1 drugs for addiction treatment
A recent news release published by Virginia Tech and authored by Leigh Anne Kelley discussed new scientific advances and treatments for addiction disorders. Currently, researchers at the university’s Fralin Biomedical Research Institute are developing new tools to...
Thousands of opioid-related deaths were unrecorded in England and Wales data
According to a recent article published by BBC News, over 13,000 heroin and opioid deaths have been excluded from the official statistics in England and Wales, raising concerns about the impact on the government's approach to reducing addiction-related harms. A study...
ATCO ordered to pay worker $12,500 for unjustified drug testing
Earlier this summer, the Alberta Labour Relations Board rejected the bid of ATCO Electric Ltd to review a previous ruling that had awarded damages to one of its workers. The employee who received the award had joined ATCO Electric in August 2017. According to the...
Heavy alcohol use linked to brain lesions and increased dementia risk: New study
According to the results of a new study, individuals whose alcohol consumption was identified as “heavy” (eight or more drinks per week) were significantly more likely to develop brain lesions and other neurodegenerative changes, both of which are strongly linked to...