MabLab

We’re excited to share that MabLab has reached 1,000 followers on LinkedIn! At MabLab, we’re working hard to develop our five-in-one rapid tests, offering unparalleled accuracy in detecting lacing agents like fentanyl and xylazine. With each additional supporter, our team is able to drive more awareness to the ongoing overdose crisis. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of our journey so far — we’re just getting started. Here's to saving lives and creating safer communities together. #Biotech #Startups #PublicHealth #MabLab #OverdosePrevention #DrugTesting

We are thrilled to share that MabLab has been selected for the Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024! Out of thousands of applicants, the team at TechCrunch has recognized our life-saving technology as one of the best early-stage ventures across the world. A huge thank you to Isabelle Johannessen and Michael J Schick for all your unwavering support. If you are planning to attend, be sure to drop us a note — we would love to connect! #TechCrunchDisrupt2024 #StartupBattlefield #TechCrunch #Technology #Startups #MabLab

On Overdose Awareness Day, we reflect on the alarming rise in overdose deaths and the public health challenges that we face in combating this crisis. The increasing prevalence of synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl, has intensified the need for innovative harm reduction strategies, including the development of more accurate drug testing technologies, such as our 5-in-1 test strips. While individual efforts are vital, uniting as a global community expands our impact, driving us closer to the goal of preventing overdoses. The theme for 2024, "Together we can," emphasizes the power of collective action, highlighting the importance of supporting everyone affected by overdose—whether they are drug users, grieving families, activists, healthcare workers, or advocates. On August 31th, join the global movement, connect with your community, and harness the strength we have when we work together. “No one should stand alone in our fight to end overdose.”  https://lnkd.in/ea2c8xUP #TogetherWeCan #IOAD2024 #EndOverdose #MabLab #Healthcare #Startup

Our consumer health startup, MabLab, has been featured by the Harvard Innovation Labs! Our recognition by Harvard University is a significant milestone in our mission to address the global overdose crisis and we are so grateful to have the support of our exceptional team, advisors, and early supporters. Your belief in our work and commitment to MabLab has been instrumental in driving our growth. Let's save lives with MabLab — one test strip at a time. Read More: https://lnkd.in/e6M8nSia #Healthcare #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Founder #Entrepreneur #Harvard #HarvardInnovationLabs

The Addiction Center is an excellent resource for understanding the multifaceted nature of overdoses, covering causes, symptoms, and emergency responses. It emphasizes the dangers posed by various substances including opioids, stimulants, and depressants, and discusses the alarming rise in synthetic opioid-related overdoses. To learn more about how you can recognize signs of overdose, as well as how to respond, please visit the following website: https://lnkd.in/envXBSiY #awareness #mablab #testing #overdoseprevention #startup #entrepreneurship

A study published in "Inside Higher Ed" highlights a significant increase in marijuana use on college campuses. The study found that marijuana consumption has nearly doubled over the past decade. While marijuana use has surged, the consumption of substances like alcohol and tobacco has either stabilized or declined. Such a shift suggests a changing landscape in substance use behaviors among college students, emphasizing the need for more targeted educational and support programs to address safety concerns — especially with the danger of laced drugs. For more detailed information, you can access the full article below: https://lnkd.in/gmAimMvM 

It’s crucial that colleges provide drug test strips to keep students safe amid rising concerns about laced drugs. These tests can detect dangerous substances like fentanyl and xylazine, enabling students to make safer choices, minimize overdose risks, and promote a healthier campus environment. Does your college offer drug test strips? Comment below with the names of schools you'd like us to contact!

Benzodiazepines, also referred to as “Benzo-Dopes”, are an emerging class of lacing agents that includes prescription drugs like Valium and Xanax. In recent months, more and more drugs have been laced with benzodiazepines, leading to higher overdose rates especially considering that they cause delayed overdose symptoms. Benzodiazepines in the unregulated drug market are extremely hard to detect and current drug-checking technologies like infrared spectroscopy often miss them. That’s why MabLab’s comprehensive test strip, which screens for benzodiazepines in addition to dangerous adulterants like fentanyl and xylazine, will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of users everywhere. Check out the following article to learn more about the steady rise in “Benzo-Dope”: https://lnkd.in/eYuaP_gX #benzo #accuracy #safety #biotech #awareness #mablab #testing

Many people are aware of fentanyl test strips, but with the rise of xylazine as a lacing agent, there has been a growing need for xylazine testing strips as well. Unlike fentanyl test strips, however, many xylazine test strips have been taken off the market due to concerns about accuracy. These concerns have been primarily the result of cross-reactivity, in which false positives may occur when another substance is present. To overcome that issue, Mablab is developing 5-in-1 test strips that offer unmatched accuracy for detecting the five deadliest lacing agents in drugs, including xylazine. With a focus on enhancing reliability and accuracy, Mablab's upcoming testing strips could become a crucial tool in the fight against drug overdose. Learn more about the recent legalization of xylazine test strips in states like Wisconsin through the following article by the Green Bay Press-Gazette. https://lnkd.in/eAWCBtyY #Xylazine #Overdose #Accuracy #SafeDrugUse #Awareness #Mablab #TestingStrips

Why is Fentanyl so Prevalent? Lacing agents such as fentanyl have gained popularity primarily due to their potency and addictiveness. Fentanyl is a synthetic drug that is fifty times more potent than heroin and morphine, allowing dealers to use smaller quantities to achieve the same or even greater effect. For that reason, lacing agents have been detected more and more frequently, increasing dealers’ profits. Likewise, fentanyl is relatively cheap to produce and can be easily mixed with other drugs to enhance their effects or mimic the potency of higher-quality narcotics — allowing drug dealers to sell drugs that are seemingly “better quality” at a cheaper price. However, this practice is extremely dangerous, as even tiny amounts of fentanyl can lead to overdoses and fatalities, contributing to the alarming rise in overdose deaths. The combination of economic motives for suppliers and the addictive nature for users has driven the widespread use of fentanyl as a lacing agent in the drug market. For a deeper dive, check out the article “Why Is Fentanyl Driving Overdose Deaths?” from Yale Medicine. https://lnkd.in/eAzDCZqy #Fentanyl #LacingAgent #Biotech #Overdose #DrugAwareness