No images? Click here ![]() Bimonthly News Update MUST READ: NJ Drug Deaths Appear on Decline, But ‘Still Staggeringly High’ While drug addiction continues to haunt New Jersey, fatalities related to substance use appeared to decline in 2023 for the second year in row. New Jersey “can be and will be the premier cannabis market on the East Coast,” one of the state’s top marijuana regulators says as it marks new record sales and market expansion milestones. A federal judge will decide whether to dismiss a lawsuit Jersey City filed against the state over claims that state officials are forcing the city to violate federal law by allowing police officers to use cannabis off duty. Employers play an important role in an employee's recovery from addiction and substance use disorders. But they need the right tools to ensure their support makes a difference. We know that prioritizing employee wellness has a tremendous impact on their innovation, motivation and overall job and life satisfaction, and on business performance as a result…It's been well-documented that alcohol and substance use are on the rise, and overdose deaths remain at an alarming, near-record high subscriptions may be required to read some of these articles ![]() Click the button below to receive your complimentary updates and become a Drugs Don't Work in NJ member We encourage you to share this bimonthly news update with your colleagues and business associates to stay informed on the issues regarding establishing and maintaining a drug-free workplace. ![]() UPCOMING LEARING SERIES WEBINARS: |