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DC 3000 - Introducing the Draeger DrugCheck (DC) 3000 from InscienceAre you looking for a cutting-edge solution to ensure safety and compliance in your workplace? Look no further than the Draeger DrugCheck 3000. Inscience are the premium NZ distributor of this unique...

The use of medicinal cannabis among adults in New Zealand is on the rise, leading to concerns about health impacts. Doctors are often reluctant to discuss the topic or inform patients about potential risks. However, cannabis can have serious side effects, especially...

RSV here this winter with a vengeance Before the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, most RSV seasons were pretty typical - A Flu/RSV season would start in the late Autumn with cases trickling in from mid- to late April, and then a peak in late July to mid-August. By the...

Vaccination for Covid (boosters) and the 'flu vaccination can now be administered in one visit. Vaccination - love it or hate it - will assist in reducing the number of NZers getting these viruses and passing them on, will also reduce the severity of the 'flu and or...

A recent study out of Switzerland examined the risks posed by Influenza A and B and RSV alongside Covid 19 variants which all have significant winter mortality rates to concern us in NZ this winter. Inscience have just launched a 4 in one rapid nasal pen test to...

“Pandemic transition to Endemic, emerging variants, China surge in infections, vaccination and measures to reduce transmission”Experts tracking the pandemic agree there is and will continue to be surges and evolving challenges with Covid infections in 2023. NZ is in...

Stuff article points to an issue with underreporting of Covid cases – my response[Click here to read the original Stuff.co.nz news article]It is with interest that I read this news article that cites 50 million RATs distributed throughout NZ but only 1 million results...

Key information about Rapid Antigen Testing​Here's a handy infographic to summarise the main points about the Roche RAT test. You can find out more about the RAT test on this page, and when you're ready to make a purchase, take a look at our shop page.

​The legacy of cannabis legalisationThis link relates to a late night happenstance that made for an interesting watch. Main interest for Ann-louise was cannabis as a gateway drug, the emergence of dangerous edibles since cannabis has been legalised in Colorado and a...

Key elements — testing isn’t just for people who don’t want or can’t get the vaccine. It’s another tool that can be applied for everyone initially in the workplace but also when possible in the community to identify risk, prevent infection transmission and stay as...

Leading rapid antigen testing and antibody testing products - InScience is renowned for sourcing the highest quality, economic and best performing on site test solutions. Two options NZ Govt/MOH approved for wider workplace use - SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test Nasal -...

Vaccines are available to anyone over the age of 12 who wants it in the New Zealand and soon available for those 5-12 years old along with booster shots for those who were vaccinated 6 months or longer ago. So why should we consider, call for and use COVID testing?...

Over at Jobsite, Kylie Scott has written a great article taking a look at the issues surrounding cannabis legalisation and the construction industry. There is some concern from local construction bosses, but international evidence shows little or no impact following...

Are cannabis users unfairly targeted at work? With unemployment at record lows, more people on the jobseeker benefit than ever before and an acknowledged shortage of skilled tradespeople, a serious question must be asked: Are some capable people being kept out of work...

Cannabis law reform, the referendum and the fallout for workplaces management of increased Cannabis access and use. I saw this article written by National List MP Paul Goldsmith and was immediately taken by the very good summary of the issues and some key factors in...

Prescribed but addictive drugs in NZ I have recommended this insightful programme to many so want to provide a link here for those who wish to know more about prescribed but extremely addictive drugs dispensed to NZ workers everyday. Cannabis and Methamphetamine are...