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This blog summarizes a recent webinar presented by Dominique Delagnes, our Chief Operating Officer, about substances you need to know about.
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Gabapentin Fuels Overdose Epidemic
Neurontin, better known as Gabapentin, is an anticonvulsant/anti-seizure medication that some of us may already as a helpful prescription. Approved for both youth and adults, this drug (aka Gaby or Gabby on the street), is commonly prescribed for seizures, Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), and shingles or diabetic nerve pain. It has also been used to treat alcohol withdrawals, sleep disorders, and other medical conditions.Â
Read MoreCAP-FDT Accreditation: A Badge of Excellence
Operating a high-quality, forensically focused lab is more than simply reporting accurate results. It’s about having the right people, physical requirements, quality management, and administrative details to earn the trust of customers.
Averhealth’s own laboratory is certified by the College of American Pathology Forensic Drug Testing (CAP-FDT) program – a mark of excellence reflecting industry best practices. It’s a distinction we’re proud of because it means we’re doing everything possible to ensure consistent processes lead to legally defensible, accurate results.
Read MoreFentanyl – The Undercover Killer
“Rainbow fentanyl” is the nickname the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has assigned to the brightly colored fentanyl that has recently been making its rounds across the country in the form of pills, powders, and blocks resembling sidewalk chalk. Despite its unassuming vibrant coloration, rainbow fentanyl is just as dangerous as any other, more conventionally colored fentanyl.Â
Read MoreSynthetic Cannabinoids: A Dangerous Misnomer
What are synthetic cannabinoids? Read this new blog to learn more about the science behind these synthetic variants.
Read MoreSUD and Mental Health: Double Trouble for Courts, Probation
Court and probation professionals face countless challenges in helping justice-involved individuals get the help they need. In many cases, these challenges are intertwined.
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