Across the nation, nearly four out of five employers and almost three-quarters of employees say opioid use is a problem in workplaces.1 62% of employers, along with nearly half of employees, believe opioids are impacting workplace safety.1 Yet despite these concerns, only about 30% of employees report that their workplace actually has naloxone...
At some point, just about every business will face the challenge of an employee struggling with substance use. While these situations can be complex and emotional, they also present an opportunity for employers to show compassion, strengthen their workplace culture, and retain valuable talent. Supporting an employee through treatment and recovery isn’t just...
A new report shows fentanyl is increasingly appearing in workplace drug tests, particularly among employees who have already passed pre-employment screening. Understanding what’s going on and taking proactive steps can help protect your team, your reputation, and your bottom line.
A recent study by Quest Diagnostics provides a clear picture...
During Overdose Awareness Week, we come together to remember the lives lost to overdose, support those still struggling, and take meaningful action toward change. This observance culminates on August 31 with International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), which is a global campaign dedicated to ending overdose, breaking stigma, and fostering hope.
You’re constantly juggling priorities for your employees by keeping operations running smoothly, retaining good employees, and ensuring a safe, productive work environment. But there’s one issue that may be happening right under your nose and impacting all three: substance use at work.
A recent national study published in the American...
Oral fluid drug testing has proven to be scientifically reliable, is endorsed by federal guidelines, and is supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
One significant advantage of oral fluid testing is its ability to detect recent drug use, making it especially valuable for post-accident testing...
