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Why is Hair Follicle Drug Testing Good for Athletes?

Drugs can dramatically affect an athlete’s performance, which is why drug testing is a must for athletes, especially professional ones. A drug test does not only identify whether or not an athlete is abusing drugs, but it also helps ensure the safety and well-being of the athlete’s team and opponents.
A person’s strand of hair is [...]

10 Things to Know About Workplace Drug Testing State Laws and Regulations in Iowa

1. Iowa
Iowa is another mandatory state. This would imply that employers wanting to conduct alcohol or drug testing should carry out such tests as per state Laws.
2. Policy
A written policy is essential and all employees/prospective employees should be given a copy of the drug testing policy complete in all respects. When a minor is employed, [...]

10 Things to Know About Workplace Drug Testing State Laws and Regulations in Hawaii

1. Mandatory State
Hawaii is a ‘mandatory’ state which implies that employers wishing to conduct drug or alcohol tests must comply with the State Law.
2. Policy
The employer shall provide the individual who is to be tested, with a written policy outlining the substances intended to be tested, and a statement to the effect that Over-the-counter as [...]

The Four Most Common Factors for Occupational Lead Exposure

Lead exposure is hazardous to your health. While lead poisoning generally does not show any signs or symptoms until it is too late, the damage it could cause to your body are severe and irreparable. Illnesses caused by lead poisoning include anemia, infertility, damage to the brain and nervous system, and high blood [...]

What You Need to Know About Occupational Lead Poisoning

Around a decade or so ago, lead poisoning in the workplace and at home became a common problem in the United States. Thus, as early as 1991, the United States government began issuing regulations concerning lead exposure for children and for adults at work. These regulations are strictly enforced, especially in industrial companies [...]

The Physical Effects of Alcohol Has on Your Driving

Alcohol consumption can lead to dire consequences, not just from a legal perspective but also in the physical effects it causes. If a police officer suspects DUI then an alcohol testing is mandatory. If BAC levels show up as 0.08 or more, then it is termed as a “drunk” state. In such a condition, various [...]

What Are Date Rape Drugs And How They Work?

Many unsuspecting girls have been victims of rape because a drug had been dissolved into their drinks while at a disco or pub. Awareness is crucial in avoiding such instances and so here is a list of common drugs used to indulge in date rape.
How do these work?
These date rape drugs function primarily by altering [...]

Lead Testing: Why and How?

Apparently, Lead is omnipresent – from natural deposits to agricultural soils, from vehicle emission to tap water, from household paints to children toys and what not. Thanks to the era of industrial revolution, this soft, heavy, and malleable, not to mention – toxic, metallic element has become a part and parcel of many commonly used [...]

Pre-Diabetes 101: All You Need To Know About Pre-Diabetes

Diabetes is a medical condition where the body is not able to convert glucose (the simplest form of sugar) into energy that can be used by the body. This is due to the body not being able to produce enough insulin which is needed for this process.
The most common form of diabetes is Type [...]

Myths in Beating Hair Drug Tests

People who view hair drug testing as a threat for different reasons look for various ways to pass hair drug tests. The popularity of these methods led to an increasing growth of a market niche that help people pass drug testing. You will find numerous places online that claim to have products that can beat [...]