Walnut Creek, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 69,773 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.5%

Population (male): 32,851

Population (female): 36,922

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $2,110.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there were 24 registered sex offenders living in Walnut Creek, California as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Walnut Creek is 2,884 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this c

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (6.7%), Italian (5.7%), English (5.4%), Iranian (5.0%), Irish (4.9%), European (3.6%).

Elevation: 200 feet

Population Density:

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Alcohol Testing Walnut Creek, CA

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Alcohol Testing Walnut Creek, CA

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Walnut Creek, CA locations and most Walnut Creek, CA alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.

Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190 0.2 miles

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

1425 S MAIN ST 1.0 miles

1425 S MAIN ST
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105 1.2 miles

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

320 LENNON LN FL 2 2.4 miles

320 LENNON LN FL 2
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146 3.0 miles

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Categories: Pleasant Hill CA

609 GREGORY LN STE 100 3.0 miles

609 GREGORY LN STE 100
PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523
Categories: PLEASANT HILL CA

2090 COMMERCE AVE 4.9 miles

2090 COMMERCE AVE
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520 4.9 miles

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2231 GALAXY CT 5.0 miles

2231 GALAXY CT
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2477 PACHECO ST 5.5 miles

2477 PACHECO ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2425 East Street, Suite 6 5.5 miles

2425 East Street, Suite 6
Concord, CA 94520
Categories: Concord CA

2540 EAST ST 5.6 miles

2540 EAST ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1805 ARNOLD DR 6.2 miles

1805 ARNOLD DR
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H 6.4 miles

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H
CONCORD, CA 94521
Categories: CONCORD CA

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70 6.9 miles

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor 7.2 miles

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2 7.5 miles

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108 10.5 miles

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142 10.6 miles

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140 10.6 miles

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

2450 ASHBY AVE 11.1 miles

2450 ASHBY AVE
BERKELEY, CA 94705
Categories: BERKELEY CA

4749 SURREY LN 11.2 miles

4749 SURREY LN
EL SOBRANTE, CA 94803
Categories: EL SOBRANTE CA

1517 GRAND AVE 11.3 miles

1517 GRAND AVE
PIEDMONT, CA 94611
Categories: PIEDMONT CA

1001 PITTSBURG ANTIOCH HWY STE B 11.4 miles

1001 PITTSBURG ANTIOCH HWY STE B
PITTSBURG, CA 94565
Categories: PITTSBURG CA

3774 RAILROAD AVE STE C 11.5 miles

3774 RAILROAD AVE STE C
PITTSBURG, CA 94565
Categories: PITTSBURG CA

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910 11.6 miles

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3701 BROADWAY FL 5 12.0 miles

3701 BROADWAY FL 5
OAKLAND, CA 94611
Categories: OAKLAND CA

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110 12.2 miles

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

350 HAWTHORNE AVE 12.3 miles

350 HAWTHORNE AVE
OAKLAND, CA 94609
Categories: OAKLAND CA

538 STONE RD STE G 12.4 miles

538 STONE RD STE G
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

1901 RAILROAD AVE STE B 12.5 miles

1901 RAILROAD AVE STE B
PITTSBURG, CA 94565
Categories: PITTSBURG CA

1251 CALIFORNIA AVE STE 600 12.9 miles

1251 CALIFORNIA AVE STE 600
PITTSBURG, CA 94565
Categories: PITTSBURG CA

2505 BATAAN ST STE O 12.9 miles

2505 BATAAN ST STE O
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

2850 7TH ST STE 100 12.9 miles

2850 7TH ST STE 100
BERKELEY, CA 94710
Categories: BERKELEY CA

1700 BROADWAY STE 310 13.1 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850 13.3 miles

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850
EMERYVILLE, CA 94608
Categories: EMERYVILLE CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 13.4 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 13.4 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

2339 BUCHANAN RD 13.6 miles

2339 BUCHANAN RD
ANTIOCH, CA 94509
Categories: ANTIOCH CA

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115 13.7 miles

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115
Hercules, CA 94547
Categories: Hercules CA

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 13.7 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

384 EMBARCADERO W 13.8 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

2042 Columbus Pkwy, 13.8 miles

2042 Columbus Pkwy,
Benicia, CA 94510
Categories: Benicia CA

1100 ROSE DR ste 140 13.9 miles

1100 ROSE DR ste 140
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

520 6TH ST 13.9 miles

520 6TH ST
RODEO, CA 94572
Categories: RODEO CA

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 13.9 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

3400 DELTA FAIR BLVD 13.9 miles

3400 DELTA FAIR BLVD
ANTIOCH, CA 94509
Categories: ANTIOCH CA

13939 E 14TH ST 13.9 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 14.5 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 14.6 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

3726 BARRETT AVE 14.8 miles

3726 BARRETT AVE
RICHMOND, CA 94805
Categories: RICHMOND CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 15.0 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

2587 MERCED ST 15.1 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203 15.3 miles

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203
RICHMOND, CA 94806
Categories: RICHMOND CA

2000 VALE RD 15.3 miles

2000 VALE RD
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

2425 CHURCH LN 15.4 miles

2425 CHURCH LN
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

120 BROADWAY STE 23 15.4 miles

120 BROADWAY STE 23
RICHMOND, CA 94804
Categories: RICHMOND CA

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD 15.5 miles

7667 AMADOR VALLEY BLVD
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

3901 LONE TREE WAY 15.8 miles

3901 LONE TREE WAY
ANTIOCH, CA 94509
Categories: ANTIOCH CA

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1 16.3 miles

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1
RICHMOND, CA 94801
Categories: RICHMOND CA

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110 16.5 miles

5720 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 110
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Categories: Pleasanton CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 16.7 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1 16.8 miles

7601 STONERIDGE DR FL 1
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3450 HILLCREST AVE 17.1 miles

3450 HILLCREST AVE
ANTIOCH, CA 94531
Categories: ANTIOCH CA

243 GEORGIA ST STE B 17.1 miles

243 GEORGIA ST STE B
VALLEJO, CA 94590
Categories: VALLEJO CA

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424 17.2 miles

4847 HOPYARD RD STE 4-424
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

4501 SAND CREEK RD 17.4 miles

4501 SAND CREEK RD
ANTIOCH, CA 94531
Categories: ANTIOCH CA

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150 17.5 miles

4000 DUBLIN BLVD STE 150
DUBLIN, CA 94568
Categories: DUBLIN CA

17 Tennessee St 17.7 miles

17 Tennessee St
Vallejo, CA 94590
Categories: Vallejo CA

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD 17.9 miles

5635 W LAS POSITAS BLVD
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

3128 SANTA RITA RD 18.1 miles

3128 SANTA RITA RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

300 HOSPITAL DR 18.2 miles

300 HOSPITAL DR
VALLEJO, CA 94589
Categories: VALLEJO CA

975 SERENO DR 18.3 miles

975 SERENO DR
VALLEJO, CA 94589
Categories: VALLEJO CA

2224 DELUCCHI DR 18.6 miles

2224 DELUCCHI DR
PLEASANTON, CA 94588
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4 18.6 miles

2324 SANTA RITA RD STE 4
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

27200 CALAROGA AVE 18.9 miles

27200 CALAROGA AVE
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 19.0 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

2400 BALFOUR RD Ste 230 19.3 miles

2400 BALFOUR RD Ste 230
BRENTWOOD, CA 94513
Categories: BRENTWOOD CA

3200 BUSCH RD 19.4 miles

3200 BUSCH RD
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
Categories: PLEASANTON CA

49 DRUMM ST 19.7 miles

49 DRUMM ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

26 CALIFORNIA ST 19.7 miles

26 CALIFORNIA ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ 19.8 miles

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2 TERMINAL 19.8 miles

2 TERMINAL
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3901 WALNUT BLVD STE A-2 19.9 miles

3901 WALNUT BLVD STE A-2
BRENTWOOD, CA 94513
Categories: BRENTWOOD CA

1181 Central Boulevard, Suite C 20.0 miles

1181 Central Boulevard, Suite C
Brentwood, CA 94513
Categories: Brentwood CA

580 MARKET ST STE 100 20.1 miles

580 MARKET ST STE 100
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94104
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD 20.1 miles

29000 HESPERIAN BLVD
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

845 JACKSON ST 20.3 miles

845 JACKSON ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 20.6 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3555 WHIPPLE RD 20.8 miles

3555 WHIPPLE RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

900 HYDE ST 20.8 miles

900 HYDE ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

SFIA Terminal 2 21.1 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008 21.2 miles

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

On-site only 21.2 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD 21.7 miles

33077 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A 21.7 miles

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD 21.8 miles

33560 ALVARADO NILES RD
UNION CITY, CA 94587
Categories: UNION CITY CA

3000 LAS POSITAS RD 22.0 miles

3000 LAS POSITAS RD
LIVERMORE, CA 94551
Categories: LIVERMORE CA

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102 22.0 miles

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2201 Post St, 22.0 miles

2201 Post St,
San Francisco, CA 94115
Categories: San Francisco CA

1111 E STANLEY BLVD 22.0 miles

1111 E STANLEY BLVD
LIVERMORE, CA 94550
Categories: LIVERMORE CA

1133 E STANLEY BLVD Ste 151 22.1 miles

1133 E STANLEY BLVD Ste 151
LIVERMORE, CA 94550
Categories: LIVERMORE CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 22.3 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2198 15th St, 22.3 miles

2198 15th St,
San Francisco, CA 94114
Categories: San Francisco CA

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896 23.7 miles

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103 24.0 miles

556 Mowry Avenue, Suite 103
Fremont, CA 94536
Categories: Fremont CA

1411 Oliver Road, Suite 130 24.3 miles

1411 Oliver Road, Suite 130
Fairfield, CA 94534
Categories: Fairfield CA

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101 24.4 miles

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

2000 MOWRY AVE 24.5 miles

2000 MOWRY AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1 24.5 miles

2147 MOWRY AVE STE C1
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

5570 STOCKTON LOOP 24.6 miles

5570 STOCKTON LOOP
LIVERMORE, CA 94550
Categories: LIVERMORE CA

101 CASA BUENA DR 24.7 miles

101 CASA BUENA DR
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

35500 DUMBARTON CT 24.8 miles

35500 DUMBARTON CT
NEWARK, CA 94560
Categories: NEWARK CA

2 FIFER AVE STE 130 24.9 miles

2 FIFER AVE STE 130
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
Categories: CORTE MADERA CA

3161 WALNUT AVE 25.0 miles

3161 WALNUT AVE
FREMONT, CA 94538
Categories: FREMONT CA

To schedule an alcohol test in Walnut Creek, CA call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7

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Alcohol Detection Periods

Breath Alcohol

Current / Immediate

ETG - Urine

80 Hours

Standard Urine

1 - 2 Days

Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.

Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.

Breath Alcohol Drug Test

Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.

DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.

Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test

Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis

Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.

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Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our alcohol testing Walnut Creek, CA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our drug testing Walnut Creek, CA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Walnut Creek, CA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.

Methods of Alcohol Testing

  • Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
  • Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
  • Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
  • Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.

Applications of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:

  1. Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
  2. Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
  3. Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.

Advantages of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing offers several benefits:

  • Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
  • Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.

Limitations of Alcohol Testing

Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:

  • Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
  • Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
  • Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.

In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.

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Local Area Info: Walnut Creek, California

Walnut Creek is a city in Contra Costa County, California, United States, located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, about 16 miles (26 kilometres) east of the city of Oakland. With a total estimated population of 69,122, Walnut Creek serves as a hub for its neighboring cities because of its location at the junction of the highways from Sacramento and San Jose (I-680) and San Francisco/Oakland (SR-24) and its accessibility by BART. Its active downtown neighborhood features hundred-year-old buildings and extensive high-end retail establishments, restaurants and entertainment venues.

There are three bands of Bay Miwok Indians associated with early Walnut Creek: the Saclan, whose territory extended through the hills east of present-day Oakland, Rossmoor, Lafayette, Moraga and Walnut Creek; the Volvon (also spelled Bolbon, Wolwon and Zuicun) near Mt. Diablo; and the Tactan located on the San Ramon Creek in Danville and Walnut Creek.

Today's Walnut Creek is located within the earlier site of four Mexican land grants. One of these land grants – measuring 18,000 acres (73 km2) – belonged to Juana Sanchez de Pacheco, who eventually passed the land down to her two grandsons. Ygnacio Sibrian, one of the grandsons, created the first roofed home in the valley in about 1850. The grant was called Rancho Arroyo de Las Nueces y Bolbones, named after the principal waterway, Arroyo de las Nueces (Walnut Creek), as well as for the local group of indigenous Americans (Bolbones). The Arroyo de las Nueces was named for the evidence of the native species of walnut tree, the California Walnut.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 69,773 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.5%

Population (male): 32,851

Population (female): 36,922

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $2,110.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there were 24 registered sex offenders living in Walnut Creek, California as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Walnut Creek is 2,884 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this c

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (6.7%), Italian (5.7%), English (5.4%), Iranian (5.0%), Irish (4.9%), European (3.6%).

Elevation: 200 feet

Population Density:

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