Hair Drug Testing
Hair testing for drugs of abuse is the only drug testing method available that provides up to a 90-day drug use history. When compared with urine testing, hair testing provides nearly twice the number of positives due to its longer detection window.
Hair testing requires a small sample of hair that is collected under direct supervision without any invasion of privacy. During a hair collection, the collector cuts approximately 100-120 strands of hair from the crown of the donor’s head. The hair is cut as close to the scalp as possible, so only the strands of hair above the scalp are tested and not the actual hair follicle. This makes hair testing a tamper-resistant screening method.
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Take precautions to avoid getting Lyme diseaseJuly 06, 2026If you plan to spend more time outdoors this summer, please be aware of ticks. These parasites are known to carry Lyme disease, particularly in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic and upper Midwest areas. Lyme disease is a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii (found only in the upper Midwest).
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Don’t wait to schedule your child’s back-to-school physicalJuly 02, 2026Summer break is here! While summer is a busy time for families to travel and do the activities they enjoy, it’s also the perfect time to schedule a check-up and ensure your child’s immunizations are up-to-date before school resumes in the fall. Booking early can ensure a convenient appointment with your child’s provider.
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Congratulations Cristina DiFeo, our latest DAISY Award winner!July 01, 2026A program to recognize the care and compassion of extraordinary nurses continues at UHS with Cristina DiFeo, RN, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, UHS Wilson Medical Center, being named the most recent winner of the DAISY Award! Christina was recognized and presented with the award for the achievement and enjoyed cinnamon rolls, a symbolic treat in honor of Patrick Barnes, whose experience inspired the award.
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