Author: Nicole Jupe

Ask the Experts

Cannabidiol and drug tests

February 8, 2019

Maybe. CBD itself would not report positive on a drug test for marijuana or marijuana metabolite. In some states, CBD may contain up to 5% THC. If the CBD product contains THC at a sufficiently high concentration, it is possible that the use of these products could cause a positive urine drug test result.

Drug Testing

Staying safe on Super Bowl Sunday

February 1, 2019

Super Bowl ranks as one of the most popular drinking days of the year. Have a game plan so every fan gets home safe.

Illicit drugs

Drug overdose deaths hit record high

January 18, 2019

The CDC reported that more than 70,000 people in the US died of drug overdoses in 2017, the highest number for any single year in our country’s history.

Illicit drugs

How does the opioid crisis affect the workplace?

January 10, 2019

The opioid crisis can harm our workplaces as well as our families and communities. More than 2.1 million Americans struggle with an opioid use disorder.

News

Random testing rates for 2019

December 28, 2018

The US Department of Transportation agencies and the Coast Guard publish their annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates for 2019.

Drug Testing

Methamphetamine’s comeback

November 20, 2018

Rural America is being overwhelmed with a resurgence of methamphetamine. Recent reports suggest that the opioid crisis is overshadowing rising meth use.

News

Latest NSDUH findings

October 17, 2018

One in nine individuals aged 12 or older in the United States used an illicit drug in the past month, according to the latest data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

Drug Testing

Opioid overdoses at work

September 21, 2018

Overdose deaths at work from drugs or alcohol increased by 38% annually between 2013 and 2016. Learn how the CDC and NIOSH are responding to the crisis.

Illicit drugs

Marijuana edibles gain favor

August 23, 2018

Marijuana enthusiasts are moving away from smoking marijuana in favor of edibles. As marijuana products gain popularity, drug testing supports a drug-free workplace.

News

Quest to sponsor 2019 NDASA conference

August 21, 2018

Quest Diagnostics Employer Solutions will be the Chairman Circle sponsor for the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association conference in March 2019.