Drug testing in the workplace is controversial, but there is a compelling argument in favour of screening when drug use could impact on other people and business activities. Jacqui Cleland-Pottie reports for Safety First. side from the health risks of drug use, even casual users feel awful for days afterwards, affecting work performance and increasing the risk of accidents. While not as common a...   More... >>

The available procedures for detoxification have to be targeted at the specific causes. However, there are some general guidelines when going through the detox program. There are two components of the detox program: - General measures: certain aspects of the detox programs apply to every patient no matter what the specific issue is. - Specific measures: Organic mercury needs a specific agent...   More... >>

Crack cocaine addiction is prevalent throughout the United States in people of all ages and crack addiction contributes to the growing number of drug treatment admissions nationwide. This highly addictive drug is inexpensive and easily accessible, becoming a sufficient substitute to its more costly counterpart cocaine. Once a user is involved in crack addiction, he or she finds that it is almost i...   More... >>

The accurately timed urine collection you are about to perform is a part of your care. Important health decisions depend on it. The test is valid only if the collection includes all the urine you pass in a 24-hour period. The test will be inaccurate and may have to be repeated if, for any reason, some of the urine you pass during the 24-hour period is not put into the collection container. Your p...   More... >>

DRUG TESTING IN THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTORS More and more often, you are likely to see the statement, "Employment is contingent upon a negative drug test" on your initial application form. You will probably not hear more on the topic until after a job offer has been extended. In the majority of situations, companies extend an offer and make it contingent upon you passing a drug test; however, ...   More... >>

Background and Notes: For many employers today, job applicants must undergo drug testing. One company's drug policy states that all applicants must be drug free for at least six months prior to application. Applicants are often subjected to hair sample and urine analysis tests. Hair grows approximately 1 cm / month. Drugs are molecules that can be attracted to the melanin in the hair by chemical...   More... >>