Category Archives: News & Announcements

2025 MCSA Physical Standards Update: What It Means for DOT Physicals

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has released its 2025 update to the Medical...

Oral Fluid Drug Testing: What’s New in July 2025?

As of July 2025, oral fluid drug testing, commonly referred to as saliva testing, is...

Summer Health Risks Alaska Employers Can’t Ignore

Summer in Alaska is a busy, high-impact season. With extended daylight, seasonal labor surges, and...

Employer Services Expansion at MedPhysicals Plus Soldotna in August 2025

Exciting announcement for businesses and employers across the Kenai Peninsula! This August, MedPhysicals Plus (MPP)...

Fairbanks 2025 Readers’ Choice: Vote for MedPhysicals Plus in Best Customer Service

MedPhysicals Plus (MPP) is honored to be nominated for the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards by...

A Breakdown of Drug Metabolism, Testing Types, and Tampering Prevention

Drug testing is an essential part of workplace compliance, legal procedures, healthcare evaluations, and safety-sensitive...

Drug Overdose Deaths in Alaska: Why Workplace Drug Testing Matters

Alaska continues to have one of the highest rates of drug overdose deaths in the...

THC Contamination in CBD Products and How It Can Lead to Failed Tests

CBD use is rising across the workforce. It’s often marketed as non-psychoactive and legally safe,...

National Safety Month 2025: Roadway Safety for Employers

It’s National Safety Month this June, an annual initiative by the National Safety Council (NSC)...

Hydration Hype: Does Drinking Excessive Water Impact Drug Tests

In today’s health-conscious world, drinking water is praised for nearly everything, from boosting energy to...