Alas, poor Barry, time to write you off Nov 18, 2007
Squeeze it for urinalysis, George. Absolutely insane. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
(More) Hall to begin random drug testing Nov 17, 2007
Most schools run a urinalysis, which is less expensive than a hair sample. Struna said that last year, a urinalysis cost 12. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Willis man files lawsuit against judge Nov 16, 2007
It notes that "a positive or dilute urinalysis, or a failure to submit, will result in immediate jail sanctions." Assistant County Attorney Roy Jones, who is representing Mayes, did not return phone calls Thursday. Kallinen claims that the practice of jailing a person, on probation or not, for a "dilute urine" sample violates rights because people who have no drugs in their system could have inconclusive test results. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Bodybuilding schism: Going natural vs. being juiced Nov 15, 2007
" Even with specimens, testing for steroids is problematic. "There's not a blood or urine test for growth hormone, and there are a lot of steroids that you can quit taking seven days before doing a urinalysis and they won't show up," Goodin said. "The only way to test for that sort of thing is to use a polygraph test, which is not 100 percent foolproof," he said. "But I don't see what would be the satisfaction of being on steroids and winning a drug-tested show. " As drug-free shows have grown,... (Juneau Empire)
China cracking down on the drug industry Nov 9, 2007
The methodology, including how students will be picked for urinalysis, will not be set until the contractor is chosen. Athletes in winter sports like basketball and soccer may be the first to undergo in-season testing. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Former Buc gets 10 years for robbery Nov 6, 2007
He must also perform 300 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis and be in 90 days of intensive supervised probation ... He must also perform 250 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis and attend a drug offender education program. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Laboratory technician program created to respond to need for trained medical employees Nov 3, 2007
Classes and clinical training curriculum includes hematology, immunohematology, urinalysis, serology, phlebotomy, chemistry, and microbiology. Lab tests are conducted to assess a wide range of potential health concerns, ranging from diabetes to leukemia to kidney disease, to more commonplace studies, such as cholesterol readings. (Mexico Ledger, MO)
Rev. King to avoid trial Nov 1, 2007
In drug cases, offenders are often required to attend substance-abuse counseling and submit to random urinalysis. After the successful completion of the program, defendants can request to have the charges stricken from their record. (Pensacola News Journal)
Should student drug testing be optional? Oct 26, 2007
The most widely used drug screening method, urinalysis, will falsely identify some students as illicit drug users when they are not actually using illicit drugs, because drug testing does not necessarily distinguish between drug metabolites with similar structures. " E. Students move on to harder drugs to avoid detection. Simply put, drug testing might compel users of relatively harmless marijuana to switch to harder drugs to avoid testing positive for drugs during a urine analysis. Despite a... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Former Niner Bryant sues NFL over drug testing Oct 18, 2007
Letters sent to Bryant by the NFL, which were part of court documents filed Wednesday, show the NFL asked him to submit to a urinalysis on Sept. 6, 13 and 18 and threatened him with discipline equivalent to a positive test if he didn't cooperate. Bryant's agent and attorney, Peter Schaffer, said his client had been randomly tested since he left the 49ers but decided he was under no obligation to take them. (ESPN -- Football News)
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Macon County Sheriff Robert Dawson said a family member was surrendering Mark Moots Thursday morning after he failed a urinalysis, and Moots fled the parking lot of the sheriffs office westbound on foot. Sheriff Dawson said Moots had been released on his own recognizance (OR) with conditions, to his brother by Macon County Associate Judge Paul Parkinson on Sept. 25 during his initial arraignment. (Macon Chronicle-Herald, MO)
E-911 board members should reconsider positions Oct 11, 2007
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A Man with Abdominal Pain and Elevated Serum Creatinine Oct 11, 2007
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40 jakes tested for drugs Oct 7, 2007
The new police contract requires that any officer who fails a drug test - which is done through a hair sample - is subject to random urinalysis for the remainder of his or her career. Enhanced drug testing is certainly on the city s agenda, Tyler said. (Boston Herald)
Horse trainer is suspended in medication controversy Oct 7, 2007
The boxers will be tested for performance-enhancing and illegal drugs through urinalysis about an hour before the fight and right afterward, with results coming about five days later. Soccer. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
McCline to fight despite probe Oct 6, 2007
The boxers will be tested for performance-enhancing and illegal drugs through urinalysis about an hour before the fight and immediately afterward, with results coming about five days later, he said. McCline, who is 6-feet-6, weighed in at 266 pounds for tonight's fight. (The Palm Beach Post)
DISCUSS: Can we please stop annointing people as heroes Oct 6, 2007
And Athena, since I'm a proud graduate of "Whiz-Quiz U" (random military urinalysis), here's what I do know ... And Athena, since I'm a proud graduate of "Whiz-Quiz U" (random military urinalysis), here's what I do know. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Fire tragedy deepens Oct 5, 2007
Officials conduct pre-employment drug screening, and administer random urinalysis and breathalyzer tests to recruits during a 14-week training program at the academy. After that, however, there is no regular testing. (Boston Globe)
Seven sentenced in district court Oct 4, 2007
He must also perform 300 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis and undergo 90 days of intensive supervised probation ... He must also perform 250 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis and complete a drug offender education program ... Gordon must also perform 250 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis and complete a drug... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Durango High School opens clinic Oct 3, 2007
A small lab will enable on-site testing for urinalysis, strep throat, pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. Other services, including tobacco cessation and family-planning counseling, will be offered. (Durango Herald)
More employers regulating workers' private behavior Sep 30, 2007
If they fail the urinalysis twice they will be dismissed. One person was fired in 2006, Climes said, and none this year. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Study questions annual physicals Sep 28, 2007
Many exams include batteries of tests, such as complete blood-cell counts or urinalysis, that have not been shown to improve health unless there's a specific known reason to order them, the surveys show. "More than a third of annual physicals include potentially unnecessary testing at a cost of more than $350 million a year," Mehrotra estimated. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Man gets eight years for sexual assault Sep 27, 2007
He must also perform 300 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, and submit to urinalysis ... He must also perform 200 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis and take part in 90 days of intensive supervised probation ... She must perform 250 hours of community service, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation and treatment, submit to urinalysis, enter a drug offender education program and obtain a General... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Annual Physical Exam: Unneeded Expense? Sep 25, 2007
More than a third of the annual physicals in the study included testing such as complete blood cell counts or urinalysis, which Mehrotra says are not proven to improve patient outcomes when performed routinely and so may be unneeded. Complete blood cell counts and urinalysis cost about $192 million a year in the study. (CBS News)
Do You Actually Need a Physical Exam? Sep 25, 2007
Mehrotra estimates that more than a third of annual physicals feature potentially unnecessary tests, such as blood cell counts and urinalysis, that cost more than $350 million per year and that haven't been shown to improve health outcomes. Some doctors even argue that submitting people to a battery of preventive screening tests such as the PSA test for detecting and may end up needlessly exposing people to the risks of treatment when the screening tests may be unreliable and treatment may have... (U.S. News & World Report)
Landis is ordered to vacate Tour win Sep 22, 2007
But he failed a urinalysis of a sample obtained that night and was fired by his team, Phonak, as soon as the result became public. A subsequent test, nine days later, not only confirmed the positive test result but also established the presence of synthetic testosterone, blunting Landis' claim that the endurance-boosting hormone in his system was "naturally produced.". (Albany Times Union)
Landis loses appeal Doping violations at '06 Tour upheld Sep 21, 2007
Landis loses appeal / Doping violations at '06 Tour upheld. " Travis Tygart, CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, said Thursday's ruling "is a victory for all clean athletes and everyone who values fair and honest competition. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Postscripts blog in review Sept. 5-11 Sep 19, 2007
While the Pinellas Park Police Department isnt releasing the results of Bostons urinalysis test, the department did tell the Times that they will pursue the DUI charge ... Thats fine, but tests are tests, and urinalysis tests are usually accurate. (BucsInsiders.com)
Torrance Drug Court Gets Funds Sep 14, 2007
Drug court involves frequent urinalysis testing, counseling, education and getting a job. "If they have a slip-up and have a dirty urinalysis, there is an immediate consequence...," Sweazea said. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Seahawks 20, Bucs 6, Final Sep 10, 2007
The Pinellas-Pasco prosecutors office is pursuing a DUI charge against Boston after his urinalysis test found him to have at least one illegal substance in his system. That substance has not been disclosed. (BucsInsiders.com)
»SHRMC offers screenings at health fair Sep 9, 2007
Among free screenings to be provided this year are allergy, bone density, glaucoma, glucose, hemoglobin A1c testing, physical endurance, pulse oximetry, sleep apnea, stress/depression/anxiety, skin evaluation/skin cancer, urinalysis, visual acuity, and wound screening and lower extremity assessment. Hazel Seibles, program director for the Sandhills Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine, said anyone who had a wound or a concern should have it checked out. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Postscripts Sept. 7 blog Sep 8, 2007
If you missed it yesterday, heres s statement regarding the news that the Pinellas/Pasco DAs office will pursue a misdemeanor DUI charge against him after getting back Bostons urinalysis results. "All I am able to say at this time is that I have done nothing wrong; I was not impaired, Boston said. I have assured, and will continue to assure, the Buccaneers that I have done nothing wrong. And, in the end when this matter is resolved the facts will show that I have done nothing... (BucsInsiders.com)
County to establish administrator position Sep 7, 2007
According to Mikel Lovin, funds are collected for services such as drug testing, supervising and urinalysis. Carryover from the 2006 and 2007 fiscal years are in excess of 9,000. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Waterloo doctor receives long prison sentence Aug 29, 2007
Bower said the investigation determined Louviere had sold meth to people who were on probation and gave them tips on beating the urinalysis tests corrections workers rely on to screen for drug use. Prosecutors played a brief two-minute excerpt of Louviere's interview with drug agents following his arrest in April in what was considered a record seizure of ice methamphetmine. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Health department releases September clinic schedule Aug 27, 2007
Other routine services include: pelvic exam, pap test, breast exam, urinalysis, hemoglobin, pregnancy testing, and certain STD screenings. Public Aid medical cards are accepted. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Sewer Water Gives Glimpse Into Drug Use Aug 23, 2007
"It's a community urinalysis," said Caleb Banta-Green, a University of Washington drug abuse researcher who was part of the Oregon State team. The scientists presented their results Tuesday at a meeting of the American Chemical Society in Boston. (CBS News)
more » Aug 18, 2007
Ideally, two vet techs will work with each animal doctor doing routine tasks such as blood collection, urinalysis X-rays, dental work, educating animal owners, giving anesthetic, monitoring surgery and giving treatment prescribed by the vet. Vet techs will not diagnose illnesses, prescribe drugs or perform surgery. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
When Less Is More Aug 17, 2007
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Five dealt sentences in court Aug 9, 2007
He also is required to pay a 1,000 fine, 100 to the EMS Trauma Fund, court costs, provide 200 hours of community service restitution, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation/treatment, subject himself to the DWI Intervention Program, receive urinalysis, appear before a victim impact panel, receive a two-year driver s license suspension, and must spend 15 weekends in the Washington County Jail starting Friday, Aug. 17 ... He must pay a 750 fine, 140 restitution, a 50 Crime Stoppers fee, court costs and... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Infant recovers after nearly dying from cocaine in mothers milk Aug 8, 2007
A urinalysis performed the same day found cocaine in the baby s system, Weidel said. The child is now recovering at Children s Hospital in New Orleans, family members said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
46 counties in state join Sobriety Project Aug 7, 2007
The new law also expands the testing to drugs, either by urinalysis or special detection patches ... Long said the cost will be 1 for each breath test, 5 for urinalysis that will be done twice weekly and 40 for drug patches that will be worn for 10 days before replacement. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Don't Ask--Maybe Aug 4, 2007
Urinalysis to test for drug use is generally allowed, though 13 states have restrictions. Genetic information requests are banned in 31 states. (Forbes -- Technology)
Two sentenced in case of anhydrous theft in Canton Jul 28, 2007
He was ordered to undergo three random urinalysis at his own expense with the stipulation that a positive test for the presence of any unprescribed controlled substance or cannabis is a violation of his probation ... She was ordered to undergo three random urinalysis at her own expense with the stipulation that a positive test for the presence of any unprescribed controlled substance or cannabis is a violation of his probation. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Workforce Partnership changes focus Jul 26, 2007
Services offered for employers include initial applicant screenings, skill assessments, background checks and urinalysis. Job seekers can take aptitude tests, skill assessments and attend job-training programs from local technical institutions. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Veterinary Pet Insurance Debuts Products for Preventive Health Care to California's Pet-Owning Public Jul 24, 2007
The Premier Pet WellCare Protection plan includes additional benefits for urinalysis or kidney testing and dental cleaning or spay/neuter. VPI's new Pet WellCare Protection will be offered as a rider to the company's major medical plans. (PR Newswire)
State considers steroid testing in high schools Jul 22, 2007
The legislation, sponsored by Assemblyman Guy Houston, R-Livermore, would require the CIF to adopt rules and administer an anabolic urinalysis steroid testing program for student-athletes. The random testing would occur four times a year at selected high schools and include 10 percent of the competing athletes. (Santa Maria Times)
Modern services with an old-fashioned touch Jul 20, 2007
She can also do urinalysis and pregnancy tests. Mary Lyons, who is certified in professional massage and reflexology, uses the therapy room for her own separate appointments. (Maryville Daily Forum, MO)
Sentences handed out in court Jul 19, 2007
The plea agreement also ordered him to give 200 hours of community service restitution, undergo drug/alcohol evaluation/treatment, submit to urinalysis, receive six months of intense supervised probation, and must provide clean urinalysis test results for one year before he may have his probation transferred elsewhere. If the defendant submits one dirty urinalysis result, he will be sent to a substance abuse felony punishment facility ... Additionally, Graciano must pay a 1,500 fine, court... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Bernese Mountain Dogs susceptible to spirochete infection Jul 13, 2007
All dogs were considered healthy according to a questionnaire filled out by the owner, complete blood count, chemistry panel, urinalysis and urine culture. Bernese Mountain Dogs and control dogs were kept similar in similar environments. (BioMed Central)
Electronic Health Records Didn't Improve Quality Of Outpatient Care Jul 12, 2007
In two quality areas - not prescribing benzodiazepine tranquilizers for patients with depression, and avoiding routine urinalysis during general medical exams - doctors using electronic record systems fared better than those who didn't. But when it came to prescribing statins for patients with high cholesterol, physicians using electronic systems did worse. (Science Daily)
Drug court honors first grad Jul 12, 2007
In addition to the weekly self-help groups, the spot urinalysis checks, and drug/alcohol abuse treatment, drug court participants must perform community service. Instead of just putting her time in, Mitchell wanted to help make a difference. (Grantsburg Burnett County Sentinel, WI)
Electronic Records Don't Always Improve Care Jul 12, 2007
However, visits to medical practices using electronic health records performed slightly better on two indicators: avoiding tranquilizers for patients with depression and avoiding routine urinalysis during general medical examinations. Electronic health records were associated with a lower quality of care when it came to prescribing the cholesterol-lowering drugs statins to patients with high cholesterol. (MEDLINEplus)
Bucs Torrie Cox Suspended For First Four Games Jul 4, 2007
" Schaffer did not rule out the possibility of appealing Cox's suspension, but according to the NFL's 2006 policy and program for substances of abuse manual, they have five days to send the commissioner a written appeal. The manual states players can enter the program due to "positive urinalysis for drugs of abuse, medical director determination based on behavioral assessment, or self-referral. " While in the program, players can receive up to 10 urine tests per month for two years. According to... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Borgess-Lee provides over 200 physicals Jun 23, 2007
The sports physicals included height, weight and vision check, blood pressure and pulse screening, urinalysis, and general exam. Gardasil (a vaccine to prevent cervical cancer) and Menactra (a vaccine to protect against meningococcal disease) immunizations were also available. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Women get prison sentences in court action Jun 21, 2007
68 restitution; attorney fee; provide 200 hours of community service; undergo drug/alcohol evaluation/treatment; submit to urinalysis; have no contact with a co-defendant while on the Blinn College campus; and must spend each weekend in the Washington County Jail for six months ... His plea agreement sees him sentenced to three years of deferred adjudication probation; a 500 fine; court costs; 140 restitution; 160 hours of community service; drug/alcohol evaluation/treatment; and urinalysis. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Drug court lets addicts avoid jail Jun 21, 2007
Michael Donovan, a certified analyst, uses this Abott Axsym drug analyzer to determine what drug might be present in a urinalysis if a preliminary test comes back positive. (Pantagraph, David Proeber). (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Dietary Calcium More Beneficial, Doc Says Jun 21, 2007
The urinalysis indicated that those with more calcium from natural sources had more active estrogen, which controls bone density. Lead author Dr. Reina Armamento-Villareal said the results may be because of how other nutriets affect the metabolism, or the different ways supplements are absorbed. (Click2Houston, TX)
Toward A Much-needed New Test For Cancer Of The Urinary Bladder Jun 20, 2007
However, the existing urinalysis test has serious drawbacks. Consequently, the development of noninvasive urinalysis assays using reliable diagnostic markers would be of tremendous benefit to both patients and healthcare providers,the report points out. (Science Daily)
Bloody Urine Jun 16, 2007
An examination of the urine (urinalysis) may show red blood cells, red blood cell casts, protein, and elevated fats. Urine immunoelectropheresis tests show antibodies to IgA. Kidney biopsy shows deposits of IgA, which are diagnostic for Berger s disease, and deposits of complement. (Suite101.com)
Dietary Calcium Is Better Than Supplements At Protecting Bone Health Jun 16, 2007
Urinalysis showed that women in the "diet group" and the "diet plus supplement group" had a higher ratio of active to inactive estrogen metabolites than women in the "supplement group.". "This suggests that dietary calcium is associated with a shift in estrogen metabolism that favors production of active forms of estrogen," says Armamento-Villareal. (Science Daily)
Dog Gets 'Stay of Execution' At Shelter Jun 15, 2007
He was given a urinalysis, but the results aren't available yet ... 00 and because the urinalysis results aren't yet available. (The Ledger)
Police officers punished Jun 15, 2007
"He was asked to take a urinalysis and tested positive for amphetamines," Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training counsel Rick Wyss recounted during a disciplinary hearing Thursday. "He did admit he had been addicted to controlled substances for some time." Atack resigned from the police force and signed a form, consenting to have his peace officer certification revoked. (Deseret News)
Man ordered to pay $477K in restitution Jun 14, 2007
Payne must also perform 200 hours of community service in both cases and submit to urinalysis ... Hernandez was also fined 1,500 and ordered to pay court costs, perform 300 hours of community service, submit to urinalysis and have no contact with the victim in the case ... He must also perform 200 hours of community service, submit to urinalysis and have no contact with the victims or co-defendants. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Tarver Not Ready To Walk Away Jun 9, 2007
"Something definitely happened and something was terribly wrong. I wish I would have had a blood test right after the fight. Normally, they do drug test you after the fight. I do not know if there is any possibility of going back and getting that urinalysis and examining it to see what happened. Mentally, I was beat out of the game - could not get focused, could not get up for the fight - and that is just not like me.". As a result, Tarver departed with trainer Buddy McGirt and reunited with... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Brenham man sentenced to 15 years for sexual assault of a child Jun 7, 2007
Lockett must also perform 200 hours of community service, enter DWI intervention and education programs, attend a victim impact panel meeting, submit to urinalysis, serve three weekends in the county jail and have his driver's license suspended for 180 days ... Mitchell was also fined 1,000 and ordered to pay court costs and attorney's fees; perform 200 hours of community service; submit to urinalysis; and successfully complete a substance abuse felony punishment facility program, remaining in... (Brenham Banner, TX)