What do feathers, stones, braided cords, and small trinkets, such as glow in the dark smiley faces, dice, or virtually any small decorative object have in common? Give up? They can be used to make a roach clip. In today’s world, most people are familiar with the term “roach clip.” As a matter of fact, Read more »
California is Paying Meth Addicts to Stay Sober
In August 2021, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed a revolutionary idea. He wanted to use taxpayer money to pay meth addicts, or those suffering from other specific drug addictions, to stay sober. If successful, California will be the first state in the nation to provide this type of incentive. The cost of the program will run Read more »
Everything You’ll Ever Need to Know About Adderall
Physicians began prescribing Adderall as a treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in 1996 after it gained approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It increases a person’s ability to concentrate by controlling the release of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. At the same time, it reduces hyperactivity and impulsiveness. It Read more »
5 Reasons It’s Important to Drug Test
Marijuana legalization and COVID relief enticing workers to stay home and collect unemployment are just two of the reasons that some employers are debating whether or not to continue an employee drug test. Pro-marijuana advocates are giving employers a hard time for continuing to test for the drug in states that have legalized it for Read more »
Marijuana Drug Testing Under Fire in NYC
Advocates for marijuana reform cheered the New York City council’s decision to shield prospective employees from marijuana drug testing last year. However, there were concerns about the law interfering with federally mandated drug testing of safety-sensitive employees. Employers were urged to contact city government officials en masse to voice their thoughts on the matter. In Read more »
How Long Does Codeine Stay in Your System
Codeine is a prescription medication used to relieve mild or moderate pain. It’s also used as a prescription-strength cough suppressant. If an employee is using a medication that contains codeine, it will show up on a drug test. The amount of time that it remains in the system varies depending on the testing method. Opiates Read more »