Shy bladder is a social anxiety disorder that affects men and women from preschool age through adulthood. There is no medical cause for the disorder—it’s strictly mental. The exact number of people who live with shy bladder syndrome is unknown because many suffer in silence never reporting the condition to their doctors. There are estimates, Read more »
How Far Back Does DOT Drug Testing Go?
The urine test has always been the approved test method for DOT drug testing. On June 1, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the bodily fluids drug testing method, otherwise known as the mouth swab test. Employers who are curious about recent drug use are likely to use this drug testing method. However, employers Read more »
Can I Drink Coffee Before a Drug Test?
Some may think it’s silly to ask if you can drink coffee before you report for a drug test. However, we understand how important that jolt of caffeine first thing in the morning is for a huge chunk of the population. That said, if you’re among those who wonder, we’ve got good news for you. Read more »
Verifying Medical Marijuana Authorization — MRO or Employer?
Verifying a medical marijuana authorization needs to be part of your drug-free policy if it’s not already. The main reason being that failing to do so could lead to legal issues down the road. Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia allow medical marijuana use, however, the medical conditions warranting its use differ from state Read more »
Musk vs Federal Employees: Is the Pot Calling the Kettle Black?
Elon Musk is raising eyebrows at every turn since becoming chair of the new administration’s newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). His reply to an X post tagging DOGE in which the commenter inquired if the department had considered mandatory workforce-wide drug testing at the federal level may have leveled up to hair-raising for Read more »
What Should You Do If an Employee Refuses a Drug Test?
It would seem extremely unusual for an employee to refuse a drug test, but it has happened. That’s because employees who use drugs don’t want their employers to be aware of it and avoiding the drug test would be an easy out for them. If you participate in a drug-free workplace program, your drug testing Read more »
DEA Warns Public to Avoid Online Pharmacies
The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) put out a warning on October 4,2024 warning the public of the dangers of purchasing medication from online pharmacies. The warning stated that there has been an increase in illegal online pharmacies selling and shipping counterfeit merchandise made with fentanyl and methamphetamine. Unsuspecting U.S. citizens believe they’re purchasing Read more »
Hey, Patriotic Party Goers! Don’t Drink and Drive!
Where ever you’re unleashing your patriotic spirit this Independence Day, if you’re operating a motor vehicle, don’t drink and drive! Many people celebrate on or near the water waiting for dusk to fall anticipating beautiful firework displays to fill the sky. Cold beverages, often including those containing alcohol, are on hand to help keep people Read more »