US Drug Test Centers wants to keep you up to date on important things happening in the drug testing industry. Our blogs include anything from drug testing laws changing to staying up to date on trends in the industry.
Posted: Dec 05 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
If you're an owner operator and need to stay in compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT), then a unique set of rules and regulations applies to you if you want to follow the law and hit the road. Any individual who operates a...
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Posted: Nov 27 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
Drug use in our nation has taken an interesting and somewhat startling turn over the last several years. Two major factors — the opioid epidemic and the legalization of both medicinal and recreational marijuana use — have changed the..
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Posted: Nov 21 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
A prototype of a marijuana breathalyzer test has been developed by Hounds Lab from Oakland, and this could bring the country's DUI testing to a whole new level. Driving under the influence of drugs is dangerous not only to the person driving but..
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Posted: Nov 14 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
Most of us have heard at least one story about someone trying to cheat a drug test. From synthetic urine (which is now considered unlawful in a number of states) to chugging a large amount of water in an attempt to dilute the drugs in your system.
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Posted: Nov 07 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
A lot of legally prescribed pain relievers, such as hydrocodone and oxycodone, are opioids. They might not look anything like the infamous heroin, but they're equally addictive and exceptionally dangerous when used without following the right...
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Posted: Oct 31 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
E-cigarettes are getting a lot of hype lately. Said to be less harmful than smoking, this tiny gadget is marketed by manufacturers as a tool to help heavy smokers eventually quit the bad and unhealthy habit. However, even though it's considered a.
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Posted: Oct 24 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
A job applicant wanting to make sure that their system is clear of drugs before taking a mandatory pre-employment drug test, parents suspecting their child of using illicit substances — these are some of the cases where taking a drug test is
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Posted: Sep 26 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
It probably goes without saying that CBD has been getting a lot of hype lately. Products like oil, lotion, vapes, pet treats, bath salts, and even coffee containing CBD are widespread, available both online and in brick-and-mortar stores. People..
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Posted: Sep 04 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is all the rage right now, and its oil is popping up in common, everyday items like lotion, coffee, and even dog treats. You can easily walk into stores and find it and also purchase CBD products online with just a few clicks.
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Posted: Sep 03 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
For decades employers in our country have comfortably implemented and enforced “zero-tolerance” or other drug-free workplace policies that prohibit the use of alcohol and other illegal substances, such as marijuana, for obvious safety.
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Posted: Aug 28 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
Medical review officers (MROs) are an important part of the drug testing process. Just what is an MRO, and why do you need one? We all know that substance abuse in the workplace can have dire consequences — low productivity, conflicts within
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Posted: Aug 14 2019
By: Ashlee Arnold
When it comes to choosing the best drug test panels for your company, you can sometimes have a tough time deciding. How robust of a panel do you need? What substances are most necessary to test for? When it comes to choosing the right drug test...
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