Tag: Methamphetamine
New insights from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health
It is important for employers to examine trends and data, such as NSDUH, that helps to inform a workforce drug testing program.
Drug use rises again in the American workforce
Drug positivity in 2019 hit a 16-year high in the US workforce, according to the latest Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index.
Opioid crisis persists during pandemic
The disruption of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus extends to all areas of life – including the opioid epidemic. Stress during an outbreak can include increased drug and alcohol use and impacts for those struggling with substance use disorders and addiction.
Data shows rising methamphetamine use
Methamphetamine is more dangerous than ever. Data from the CDC shows an alarming uptick of overdose deaths associated with meth use.
Methamphetamine’s comeback
Rural America is being overwhelmed with a resurgence of methamphetamine. Recent reports suggest that the opioid crisis is overshadowing rising meth use.
New data shows 1 in 10 Americans use drugs
New data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health reported that approximately 28 million Americans have used an illicit drug in the past month.
Some drug users can’t distinguish between right and wrong
Aside from being dangerous and highly addictive, cocaine and methamphetamine may also affect the moral judgment of users.
Drug testing trends video
A new video highlights key findings from the “Drug Testing Trends” session presented by Dr. Barry Sample at the annual DATIA conference. Watch now.
The Wall Street Journal reports rising workplace drug use
The Wall Street Journal reports that U.S. workers testing positive for drugs is increasing, citing new data from Quest Diagnostics.
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.
