Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry News
New Zealand struggles with Canadian methamphetamine problem
A recent analysis published in collaboration between CTV News and the Investigative Journalism Foundation examined how liquid methamphetamine is being trafficked from Canada to New Zealand, and how this contributed to the death of a 21‑year‑old man in Auckland. The...
U.S. addiction medicine expert warns of treatment gaps and policy risks
Earlier in October, Dr. Stephen Taylor, president of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, raised concerns and issued warnings on current Trump administration policies regarding substance use, low rates of addiction treatment uptake, and an increase in problem...
Ontario provincial government defunds Toronto’s last supervised consumption site
Following a decision made by the Ontario provincial government under the direction of health minister Sylvia Jones, Toronto’s last safe injection site is losing its provincial funding and needs to close down by November 22. Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre...
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...