Welcome to your weekly UK drug and alcohol news from Zoom Testing. We pick the key stories that care workers and health teams need to know. Our clear updates help busy staff stay on top of changes in their field. Monday, January 27, 2025 Studies show that tools like vapes help more than just trying … Read more
Ecstasy is another name for MDMA, which stands for methylenedioxymethamphetamine). It’s a stimulant drug that’s typically used as a party drug. Also known as E, Eckies, Pills, Bikkies, Pingers, Molly, and Flippers, Ecstasy can be purchased in capsules, powder, or crystal form. The drug comes in different sizes and colours, and many come imprinted with … Read more
Some of the most addictive drugs being used in the UK today are not illegal. In fact, getting hold of them can be as simple as calling in at your nearest supermarket, petrol station or pharmacy! Some of the drugs can be quite beneficial and when used correctly, under a doctor’s supervision, they can also … Read more
Spice (alternatively known as K2, K3 or Synthetic Cannabis) is a drug that has risen in popularity with recreational drug users in the UK in recent years. Once marketed as a legal high, the drug has been illegal to possess or distribute in the UK since December 2009. Spice is now classified as a Type … Read more
In many countries, meth brings fear. It hurts lives. Yet few Brits use it. Let’s see why. In 2011, a million people used meth in the US. Czech lands see more meth than heroin use. One in each hundred takes it in New Zealand and Australia. Britain tells a different tale. Just 17,000 Brits tried … Read more
Cocaethylene is a very toxic chemical that is left in the liver when cocaine and alcohol are mixed together. Not many people outside of the pharmacological world are familiar with this term, and even fewer know its life-threatening properties. Its side effects were first discovered in 1979 and today it has a devastating impact on … Read more
Many people misuse drugs that doctors give them. In the UK, this has become a big worry for doctors and families. The most often misused drugs are opioids, sleeping pills, and stimulants. Let’s look at what these drugs do, why they can be risky, and how to spot if someone needs help. Pain Pills (Opioids) … Read more
Zoom Testing brings you drug and alcohol news from the UK. We share the top stories each week. You get daily news on testing, health, and local work. Each update is quick and easy to read – great for busy health staff and care teams. We tell you about new rules and local plans in … Read more
Many workplaces now use drug tests, which offer several benefits for employers. These tests check if employees are using drugs or alcohol at work. Drug testing also helps prevent drug use and discourages people with drug dependencies from applying for jobs. While there are many types of drug tests available, employers need ones that are … Read more
Drug testing in UK workplaces isn’t as common as you might think. While standard practice in some sectors, it’s still rare in many UK jobs. Latest figures show only about 1 in 4 employers test for drugs – far less than in countries like the USA. But things are changing. More UK companies now test … Read more