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National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

October 16, 2013

You can turn in your unused or expired medications for safe disposal on Saturday, October 26 between 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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Drug Testing Index: A look at 1993 -1997

October 15, 2013

The Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index reveals insights into patterns of drug use among the American workforce. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we take a deeper look at overall positivity rates and key milestones from 1993 to 1997.

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National Drug-Free Work Week: October 14-19

October 14, 2013

This year’s annual observance of the National Drug-Free Work Week is October 14 through 19.

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New drug detection system finds synthetic marijuana in all populations

October 9, 2013

The CDEWS is designed to detect emerging drugs by re-testing urine specimens collected by criminal justice system drug testing programs.

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Drug Testing Index: A look at 1988 – 1992

October 8, 2013

The Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index reveals insights into patterns of drug use among the American workforce. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we take a deeper look at overall positivity rates and key milestones from 1988 to 1992.

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Celebrating 25 years of the Drug Testing Index

October 1, 2013

Quest Diagnostics celebrates 25 years of the Drug Testing Index™ and proudly shares this anniversary timeline, highlighting drug testing milestones.

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National treatment admissions for opiates increase

September 18, 2013

The percentage of admissions substance abuse treatment facilities for individuals who primarily abused opiates other than heroin increased.

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Marijuana use continues to increase

September 12, 2013

According to the NSDUH survey, there has been a steady increase in marijuana users over the last four years.

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Trust the name. Trust the numbers.

September 11, 2013

Trust Quest Diagnostics as a reliable, accurate drug testing provider because we offer broad access, extensive testing, insightful data and resources.

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National survey on drug use and health

September 6, 2013

The survey found that an estimated 23.9 million Americans had used an illicit drug during the month prior to the survey interview.