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Drug Use In Wales
The UK has a higher prevalence of drug misuse than any other country in Europe (Health in Wales). This is important because the problem use of illicit or prescription drugs carries many… -
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Drug Use In England
The misuse of drugs, including alcohol and other substances can be harmful to your health in both the short term and the long term. In 2016/17 there were 7,545 hospital admissions with… -
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The effects of Heroin on the body and brain
Heroin is a highly addictive opioid drug and its use has repercussions that extend far beyond the individual user. Disruptions in the family, workplace incidents, crime and violence are just some of the… -
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The difference between Cannabis Oil, CBD Oil and Hemp Oil
Cannabis Oil, CBD Oil and Hemp Oil are naturally produced from the plant Cannabis Sativa. This article will aim to distinguish between the different variations, and highlights differences in their use, abuse… -
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Drug Use Across Ireland
Surveys conducted across Ireland both north and south have taken place regarding drug use. Key findings have shown that levels of illegal drug use have risen in the last five years (Journal.ie).… -
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Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Medico-legal Market
Drug and alcohol testing in the medico-legal market may be required by various professional bodies involved in child custody cases, care proceedings or child protection cases. In cases regarding divorce and children,… -
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Complete Drug & Alcohol Testing Solutions
If you work in a company with safety-critical roles it is more than likely that you have some sort of workplace drug and alcohol testing policy in place. Even companies without safety-critical… -
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Drug Driving Limits UK & Ireland
On 2nd March 2015 it became an offence in the UK to drive with drugs in your system above specified limits. The section 5A Road Traffic Act requires only the presence of… -
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Drug Use in Prison Linked to Increase in Violence
In May 2017 we posted an article looking at how UK prisons have been impacted by the availability and devastating impacts of legal high substances; along with the strain that is being… -
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Drug Deaths in Scotland Increase
The number of drug-related deaths in Scotland has reached a record high, totalling 867. This marks a 23% rise on 2015. The latest statistics from the National Records of Scotland showed that…
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