Substance abuse continues to be a major issue impacting workplaces and society. Drug and alcohol testing is often implemented by organisations to detect illicit substance use. There are several common methods used for testing, each with their own advantages and ideal detection windows. Blood Testing Blood testing is considered one of the best ways to … Read more
The hotel and hospitality industry is big business. In the UK alone we have over 45,000 hotels which contain over 700,000 rooms. All the major hotel brands are represented in this country. Premier Inn is the biggest, with nearly 70,000 hotel rooms. Other names that you will recognise include Best Western, Britannia, Hilton, Holiday Inn, … Read more
A large study carried out by researchers at UC San Francisco discovered that parents typically know, or at least suspect, when their child is smoking, but parents of children who are vaping or using other tobacco products are more likely to be completely unaware. 23,000 participants aged between 12 and 17 years of age were … Read more
Welcome to your weekly UK drug and alcohol news from Zoom Testing. We pick the key stories that care workers and health teams need to know. Our clear updates help busy staff stay on top of changes in their field. Monday, January 27, 2025 Studies show that tools like vapes help more than just trying … Read more
Ecstasy is another name for MDMA, which stands for methylenedioxymethamphetamine). It’s a stimulant drug that’s typically used as a party drug. Also known as E, Eckies, Pills, Bikkies, Pingers, Molly, and Flippers, Ecstasy can be purchased in capsules, powder, or crystal form. The drug comes in different sizes and colours, and many come imprinted with … Read more
Some of the most addictive drugs being used in the UK today are not illegal. In fact, getting hold of them can be as simple as calling in at your nearest supermarket, petrol station or pharmacy! Some of the drugs can be quite beneficial and when used correctly, under a doctor’s supervision, they can also … Read more
Spice (alternatively known as K2, K3 or Synthetic Cannabis) is a drug that has risen in popularity with recreational drug users in the UK in recent years. Once marketed as a legal high, the drug has been illegal to possess or distribute in the UK since December 2009. Spice is now classified as a Type … Read more
In many countries, meth brings fear. It hurts lives. Yet few Brits use it. Let’s see why. In 2011, a million people used meth in the US. Czech lands see more meth than heroin use. One in each hundred takes it in New Zealand and Australia. Britain tells a different tale. Just 17,000 Brits tried … Read more
Cocaethylene is a very toxic chemical that is left in the liver when cocaine and alcohol are mixed together. Not many people outside of the pharmacological world are familiar with this term, and even fewer know its life-threatening properties. Its side effects were first discovered in 1979 and today it has a devastating impact on … Read more
Many people misuse drugs that doctors give them. In the UK, this has become a big worry for doctors and families. The most often misused drugs are opioids, sleeping pills, and stimulants. Let’s look at what these drugs do, why they can be risky, and how to spot if someone needs help. Pain Pills (Opioids) … Read more