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Inhalant use disorder explained

A recent analysis article published in Psychiatric Times focused on inhalant use and the negative health consequences associated with it. Inhalant use disorder, also known as volatile substance misuse, is a type of substance use disorder that involves the intentional inhalation of volatile substances due to their psychoactive effects. Often, individuals affected by inhalant use disorder…

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The challenges of surviving an overdose: Opinion

A recent article published in Psychology Today and authored by Dr. Mark S. Gold discusses the challenges, both acute and long-term, faced by individuals who have survived an overdose. In addition, the article discusses some addiction treatments that have been demonstrated to be effective, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), as well as some of the most…

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DOT Update for Oral Fluid Testing and Certification

The Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a summary of changes earlier this month regarding a final rule on Part 40, which will take effect on December 5, 2024, concerning oral fluid testing and certification. This rule clarifies that being a DOT-certified collector for urine specimens does not automatically qualify you for DOT oral fluid collections.…

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Ontario’s truck driver testing system compromised by bribes and corruption

A recent analysis published by CBC News revealed that Ontario’s system for testing truck drivers has been compromised by forged documents, bribes, and rigged testing. What’s more, an investigation using hidden cameras and carried out by CBC’s Marketplace showed that the mandatory entry-level training (MELT) prospective truckers receive for the test has been compromised as…

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Air Canada wins right to test flight attendant’s hair

A federal labour arbitrator has allowed Air Canada to complete a hair strand test of a flight attendant’s hair, referred to as CB, for cannabis use. According to the arbitration decision, the flight attendant was expelled from a residence housing 14 Air Canada employees due to his behaviour following a group meeting. In the beginning of…

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How to Lose Weight Easily Without Strict Diets

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How to Choose a Weight-Loss Program

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