The Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) remains firm on its policy of random drug testing for secondary and tertiary students. They say, it is a vital step to protect students from dangerous drugs, and provide the victims with the assistance to stop them from further use of the illegal substance. DDB adds that the testing is a screening tool that ultimately aims to provide treatment and not incarceration.
DDB Chairman Vicente C. Sotto III clarified that the guidelines on the random drug testing will protect the privacy and dignity of the students. (aee/PIA-Bohol)