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By The Numbers: Oral fluid positivity
Oral fluid positivity has surged in the past 3 years, largely driven by double-digit increases in marijuana positivity.
By the Numbers: Positivity by drug
Detection rates of amphetamine, heroin and marijuana have increased annually for the past five years according to the Drug Testing Index.
Spotlight on the prescription drug epidemic
The passing of Prince is helping to bring public awareness about the prescription drug epidemic our country is facing.
Businesses struggle to find drug-free workers
The New York Times reports that employers across the U.S. are struggling to find workers who can pass a pre-employment drug test.
The DEA crackdown on synthetic drugs
With growing public concern in mind, the DEA launched a 15 month counteractive campaign to combat the manufacturing and distribution of designer drugs
The dangers of “drugged driving”
Public awareness of the dangers of drugged driving is low. To increase awareness, a guide was created to help states act proactively.
Illicit drug test positivity rate increases
The percentage of American workers testing positive for illicit drugs has increased for the second consecutive year according to Quest Diagnostics.
Dangers of synthetic cannabinoids
Synthetic cannabinoids change frequently and Quest works to stay current with drug-use patterns by adding compounds to our drug test panels.
Workforce drug test positivity rate increases
The Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index showed the percentage of positive drug tests among American workers has increased for the first time in more than a decade.
