Psychoactive drug use common amongst lorry drivers
Lorry drivers all over the world abuse mind altering substances, according to a study carried out by Brazilian health scientists. The study investigated substance abuse by lorry drivers in Australia, the US and Brazil, and the results are shocking. The study pooled information from research carried out over the last 13 years. The main finding
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Rugby Football Union more tolerant to positive drug test results
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has reported that it fined five players after they tested positive for “recreational” drugs. The RFU does not publicly identify players who test positive and does not inform their club managers. The five players each received a £5,000 fine, but none were disciplined. Each player has been given the opportunity
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Will America legalise marijuana?
A recent poll by Gallup indicates that a majority of Americans would vote for the decriminalisation of marijuana. This represents a major change in attitude towards the recreational drug. Earlier this year it was reported that drug use in America is falling amongst the younger population, but on the rise amongst those over the age
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Drug testing of Isle of Man inmates stopped
An internal review of mandatory drug testing of inmates at a prison on the Isle of Man has concluded that it is unlawful to enforce drug testing on inmates. The Department of Home Affairs has stated that current legislation does not allow urine samples to be taken for the testing of controlled substances. Urine testing
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