Author: Landon Todd
Oxycodones positivity declines for the second consecutive year
The latest data from the Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index reports that the positivity rate for prescription opiates declined 8.3% in 2013.
Busting the top 10 marijuana myths
The Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association developed a brochure that highlights the common myths surrounding marijuana use.
Methamphetamine positivity increases across all testing types
The latest data from the Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index™ reports that the positivity rate for amphetamines use has increased.
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month
In 2011, President Obama issued the Presidential Proclamation designating October as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month.
2014 National Drug-Free Work Week
This year’s annual observance of the National Drug-Free Work Week is October 13 through 18, 2014.
2014 Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible way for individuals to dispose of unused prescription drugs.
2014 SAPAA conference
As a platinum sponsor of the SAPAA conference, we couldn't be more excited about this gathering of thought leaders and experts from the industry.
National Drug Early Warning System
This new system will monitor emerging drug trends that will help health experts identify increasing use of designer synthetic compounds.
Name that Drug – Pain game: The substitute player
DATIA focus features a regular, popular column titled, “Name that Drug." The latest edition was written by Dr. Vinnette Batiste at Quest Diagnostics.
Prescription opioids: A dose of reality
Prescription drug abuse is the nation's fastest-growing drug problem and has been classified as an epidemic by the CDC.
