Category: News
National Drug-Free Work Week
This year’s National Drug-Free Work Week is October 15 - 20, 2012. The week emphasizes awareness, the importance of a drug free workforce, and encourages those struggling with drug abuse to seek help.
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, to be held on Saturday, September 29.
Important updates to EmployerSolutions.com
Quest Diagnostics improved our website to make it easier to find what you need. We want to be there for you online to share our knowledge to keep you well-informed.
Prescription drug misuse
Dr. Jon R Cohen M.D., CMO and VP of Quest Diagnostics, discusses prescription drug misuse in an article in Medical Laboratory Observer.
Opiates now primary drugs of abuse
Admissions for the primary abuse of opiates such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and codeine, have increased steadily since 1997.
Drop in Colombian cocaine production
The Office of National Drug Control Policy released the results of the annual U.S. Government estimate measuring cocaine production in Colombia.
Company once again receives 4-Star Evergreen Fleet certification
For the third consecutive year, Quest Diagnostics’ ground logistics fleet was awarded the prestigious 4-Star Evergreen Fleet Certification.
New names, same drugs
Prescription drug abuse is one of the nation's fastest growing drug problems. USA Today features an article about opana (trade for oxymorphone).
HealthyQuest program recognized for eighth straight year
The National Business Group on Health (NBGH) has honored Quest Diagnostics with its 2012 Best Employer for Healthy Lifestyles Award.
Law battles synthetic drugs
President Obama signed the Synthetic Drug Abuse Prevention Act of 2012 into law, banning synthetic marijuana, synthetic stimulants and hallucinogens.
