It may be a new year but, sadly, the heartbreak continues. The U.S. lost more than 815,000 lives to COVID-19 through the end of 2021.
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Mental Health and SUD – A Co-Occurring Disorder on the Rise Since 2020
As the US continues to struggle with the aftermath of COVID-19, America has experienced an increase in the number of overdose deaths as a result of isolation and lack of support for those individuals with mental health and substance use disorders (SUD). From May 2019 to May 2020, there were over 81,000 drug overdose deaths […]
Read MoreHow EtG/EtS testing Detects Ethanol in Alcohol Better Than Simple Alcohol Testing
Globally, up to 3.3 million people die every year due to alcohol use disorder. This legal drug is one of the most commonly abused substances, yet it is one of the more difficult substances to detect. When you partner with a drug testing vendor, they can use EtG (ethyl glucuronide) and EtS (ethyl sulfate) testing […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Lab-Based Testing for Accuracy and Reliability
Evidence-based drug testing practices serve a critical role in helping people to navigate the intersection of criminal justice programs and healthcare. Many courts and probation departments understand the crucial importance of random testing but choosing a substance use monitoring partner that has a reliable process and the best testing technology is just as important. Averhealth’s […]
Read MoreEvidence-Based Practices for Substance Use Disorder Testing
People with substance use disorders often do not self-disclose substance use reliably. Studies conducted in substance use treatment, primary medical care and emergency room settings have reported that between 25% and 85% of individuals testing positive for illicit drugs or alcohol denied recent usage (Bagley et al., 2018; Chen et al., 2006; Harris et al., […]
Read MoreEvidence-Based Practices During this Unprecedented Time
Richmond, Va. – Determining the optimal specimen type to test for is dependent on a variety of factors. In order to properly test for substance use, it is important and helpful to know the different facets of each specimen you have the ability to test. Generally, choosing a specimen is determined by the type of […]
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