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Every five minutes, someone in the United States dies from a drug overdose or poisoning, according to recent congressional testimony from Dr. Rahul Gupta, director of the White House Office of Drug Control Policy (ONDCP). READ MORE Be Aware of Emerging Drugs Contributing to Overdoses Averhealth is proud to be your knowledge hub, providing you with resources and education on the latest drug trends affecting lives across the country. READ MORE Single Source: A Better Choice for Drug Testing CAP-FDT Accreditation: A Badge of Excellence Fentanyl – The Undercover Killer Accurate Results Matter Turnaround Time Matters with So Much at Stake No one likes to wait for anything. That’s certainly the case for results of lab-based drug testing. In addition to being accurate, lab-based testing also must include quick turnaround times – the period from specimen collection and shipment to the lab to results reporting. Fentanyl Positivity Rate Reflects National Tragedy It takes just a quick scan of the headlines to see the consequences of drugs and alcohol. Every five minutes, someone in the United States dies from a drug overdose or poisoning, according to recent congressional testimony from Dr. Rahul Gupta, director of the White House Office of Drug Control Policy (ONDCP). Be Aware of Emerging Drugs Contributing to Overdoses Averhealth is proud to be your knowledge hub, providing you with resources and education on the latest drug trends affecting lives across the country. Onward. Upward. RISE23: A Look Back At the end of June, members of the Averhealth team headed to the Lone Star State for RISE23, the world’s premier conference on addiction, mental health, and justice reform. Webinar Preview: Transforming Treatment Courts with Peer Recovery Support Support from other people is fundamental to any recovery process. Achieving certain goals on our own can feel impossible, so we rely on the connection, accountability, and encouragement of others. Peer Recovery Support Specialists are professionals who provide strength-based, wellness-focused, and trauma-informed supportive care to help those in recovery regain a sense of agency over their lives. Inspiring End to National Treatment Court Month Averhealth is wrapping up National Treatment Court Month by recognizing just a few individuals who, thanks to the accountability of treatment courts and support from dedicated court and probation professionals, turned their lives around to inspire others. Customer Testimonial: Shelby Johnson Webinar Preview: Stress and Trauma Stress and trauma. We’ve all experienced it in some way. What you may not know is how much they can affect the brain and body. Case Plans: One Size Does Not Fit All Just as there’s never a single solution for every individual with Substance Use Disorder (SUD), one size does not fit all when it comes to client case plans. Clear My Warrant” Gives Absconders Second Chance You don’t have to hide. That’s the message to some probationers in Pima County, Ariz., thanks to a new initiative with nationwide potential. Potent Health Threats: ISO and a Horse Tranquilizer Our last blog summarized some recent drug trends. Now, we turn our attention to two additional substances posing a public health threat: Isotonitazene and Xylazine. Not Just Fentanyl: Drugs You Need to Know As your knowledge hub, Averhealth is committed to sharing drug trends with you. This blog summarizes a recent webinar presented by Dominique Delagnes, our Chief Operating Officer, about substances you need to know about. Gabapentin Fuels Overdose Epidemic Neurontin, better known as Gabapentin, is an anticonvulsant/anti-seizure medication that some of us may already as a helpful prescription. Approved for both youth and adults, this drug (aka Gaby or Gabby on the street), is commonly prescribed for seizures, Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), and shingles or diabetic nerve pain. It has also been used to treat alcohol withdrawals, sleep disorders, and other medical conditions. CAP-FDT Accreditation: A Badge of Excellence Operating a high-quality, forensically focused lab is more than simply reporting accurate results. It’s about having the right people, physical requirements, quality management, and administrative details to earn the trust of customers. Averhealth’s own laboratory is certified by the College of American Pathology Forensic Drug Testing (CAP-FDT) program – a mark of excellence reflecting industry best practices. It’s a distinction we’re proud of because it means we’re doing everything possible to ensure consistent processes lead to legally defensible, accurate results. Fentanyl – The Undercover Killer Rainbow fentanyl” is the nickname the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has assigned to the brightly colored fentanyl that has recently been making its rounds across the country in the form of pills, powders, and blocks resembling sidewalk chalk. Despite its unassuming vibrant coloration, rainbow fentanyl is just as dangerous as any other, more conventionally colored fentanyl. Connect With Us! ✉️ Email our business development team. Subscribe to our Newsletter ? 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