Oxycodone, Oxycontin, and Fentanyl are three of the most widely abused synthetic opioids causing tens of thousands of drug-related deaths in the United States every year. Synthetic opioids are substances that are synthesized and act on the same targets in the brain as natural opioids. Natural opioid drugs, such as morphine, heroin, and codeine, come Read more »
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Overdoses Claimed 200,000 Years of Life in Five Years
The fact that drug overdoses stole 200,000 years of life in a five-year period is sobering news. When you add the fact that the figure is comprised of lives lost in the United States, the news becomes even more somber. And, when you discover that those overdoses in America claimed 200,000 years of life from Read more »
Drug Dealers Operating Within the Prison System
An inmate with connections on the “outside” can set up a pretty good business for themselves while they’re incarcerated. Prisoners can obtain virtually anything if they’re able to come up with the cash. Yes, the black market is thriving within our nation’s prison system and drug dealers are a part of that culture. Officials in Read more »
What is a Scale?
The term “drug paraphernalia” refers to anything that assists the user in their abuse. Finding an employee in possession of a syringe is a huge sign that they may be a drug addict. And, should an employee have a small scale with them at work, things could be worse. There could actually be drug deals Read more »
How to Identify Synthetic Cannabinoids in the Workplace
Synthetic cannabinoids have no ties to the cannabis plant at all. They are manufactured using mind-altering chemicals that are sprayed on dried, shredded plants for smoking. It’s also sold in liquid form to be vaporized and inhaled using e-cigarettes and other devices. They use the term “cannabinoids” because the chemical makeup is similar to that Read more »
Fentanyl Continues Pouring Into the Nation
Drug cartels are sending massive amounts of illicit drugs into our country across the open border. Worse, the synthetic opioid, fentanyl, seems to be their number one export. It’s extremely lethal and drug dealers are scooping it up because it’s so cheap. They “cut” it into their merchandise to increase their profit margin. Of course, Read more »
DOT Extends Comment Period for Incorporating Oral Fluid Drug Test
On February 28th, 2022, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced making changes to its employee drug test that allows the use of the oral fluid drug test. Originally, the DOT set the comment period to close on March 30, 2022. However, the DOT has extended the closing date for comment submissions. Comments will now be Read more »
What is a Roach Clip?
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 »