In recent healthcare news, several well-known laboratories were at the center of patient complaints, legal actions and lawsuits for unethical practices, fraudulent billing techniques, and failure to maintain safety and regulatory compliance. When healthcare professionals turn to laboratories to support their practices and mitigate their risks, news reports like these are more than disheartening.

Depression continues to be one of the leading public health issues currently encountered. Depression is defined as persistent sadness and sometimes irritability. Statistics showing the significance of the problem at hand show that more than 1 out of 20 Americans 12 years of age or older reported current depression as well as a greater percentage of those cases affecting women.

Point of care drug testing can isn't always fully accurate. For truly accurate results, EIA and LC-MS/MS are the ideal urine testing methods.

When you hear the term overdose, chances are the first thing that comes to mind are illegal drugs. As recovery specialists and healthcare providers know, however, the dangers of overdose often start with the swipe of a pen on a prescription pad.

The recent fentanyl overdose and death of the legendary…

Drug users are seeking out newer—and more dangerous—ways to get high.