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How do Alcohol & Drugs Affect Changes in Body Weight?
Have you ever wondered how substance abuse can take its toll on user’s health and in particular their body mass? Research undertaken over the years has found that drug and alcohol abuse… -
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History of the Breathalyser
This week our focus is on Point of Care (POC) testing, where we will take a detailed look at the different types of testing that is available to the market. Our first… -
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The Festive Party Season in Numbers: Drink & Drug Driving
Over the Christmas period many people will take the opportunity to see friends, family and celebrate the year. These celebrations can take many forms, but more often than not involve a drink… -
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Importance of Alcohol Awareness in the Workplace
Alcohol Awareness Week takes place from the 14th – 20th November, bringing to light issues that occur as a result of alcohol misuse. Alcohol misuse (or any kind of substance abuse) is… -
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New guidance for job applicants implemented in drug and alcohol workplace policy
Alcohol and drug use increases the risk of problems in the workplace, with absenteeism, low productivity, inappropriate behavior and potential aggressiveness steming from the consumption of these substances. It is evident that… -
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Increase in efforts to reduce drink/drug driving abroad
Recently, a number of stories have emerged from around the globe in relation to the efforts to raise awareness of alcohol and reduce the levels of drink/drug driving. Various countries have adapted… -
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Point of care testing for drugs and alcohol
Point of care (POC) testing in a general sense is defined as: ‘Medical diagnostic testing at or near the point of care – that is, at the time and place of patient… -
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Pilots arrested after failing alcohol test
Concern broke out in Glasgow airport this week as two pilots were arrested after suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol. This occurred shortly before they were due to fly from… -
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Concerns in construction industry over effects of drugs and alcohol
A recent survey by the Considerate Construction Scheme (CCS) has revealed that the majority of UK construction industry workers are concerned about how drugs and alcohol effect their workforces. The survey included… -
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Combatting Drugs and Alcohol in the Transport Industry
The effects of drugs and alcohol on a driver’s ability are widely documented. There are lots of drink driving campaigns and charities out there that do a very good job of promoting…
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