Ferris, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 28.7 years

Poverty (breakdown): (11.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.3% for Black residents, 26.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 66.2% for other race residents, 7.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 20 registered sex offenders living in Ferris, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ferris is 133 to 1.>

Land Area: 3.11 square miles.

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)

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7910 BELTLINE RD 2.8 miles

7910 BELTLINE RD
DALLAS, TX 75254
Categories: DALLAS TX

2505 W BELT LINE RD 9.0 miles

2505 W BELT LINE RD
LANCASTER, TX 75146
Categories: LANCASTER TX

102 BROTHERS BLVD STE B 9.2 miles

102 BROTHERS BLVD STE B
RED OAK, TX 75154
Categories: RED OAK TX

7383 Bonnie View Rd 9.8 miles

7383 Bonnie View Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
Categories: Dallas TX

911 N HAMPTON RD 12.2 miles

911 N HAMPTON RD
DESOTO, TX 75115
Categories: DESOTO TX

911 N HAMPTON RD STE 120 12.2 miles

911 N HAMPTON RD STE 120
DESOTO, TX 75115
Categories: DESOTO TX

229 E BELT LINE RD SIUITE 303 12.4 miles

229 E BELT LINE RD SIUITE 303
DESOTO, TX 75115
Categories: DESOTO TX

1510 N HAMPTON RD STE 260 12.6 miles

1510 N HAMPTON RD STE 260
DESOTO, TX 75115
Categories: DESOTO TX

1324 BROWN ST STE 100 13.0 miles

1324 BROWN ST STE 100
WAXAHACHIE, TX 75165
Categories: WAXAHACHIE TX

39769 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY 13.9 miles

39769 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY
DALLAS, TX 75237
Categories: DALLAS TX

1014 FERRIS AVE STE 220 14.1 miles

1014 FERRIS AVE STE 220
WAXAHACHIE, TX 75165
Categories: WAXAHACHIE TX

1200 Dolfie Lane STE 101 14.3 miles

1200 Dolfie Lane STE 101
Ennis, TX 75119
Categories: Ennis TX

3430 W Wheatland Rd, Ste 224 14.5 miles

3430 W Wheatland Rd, Ste 224
Dallas, TX 75237
Categories: Dallas TX

2727 Bolton Boone Dr, Suite 106 14.6 miles

2727 Bolton Boone Dr, Suite 106
Desoto, TX 75115
Categories: Desoto TX

3500 W WHEATLAND RD 14.6 miles

3500 W WHEATLAND RD
DALLAS, TX 75237
Categories: DALLAS TX

951 YORK DR STE 105 14.7 miles

951 YORK DR STE 105
DESOTO, TX 75115
Categories: DESOTO TX

201 E Main St Ste 201 14.7 miles

201 E Main St Ste 201
Waxahachie, TX 75165
Categories: Waxahachie TX

802 W LAMPASAS ST 14.9 miles

802 W LAMPASAS ST
ENNIS, TX 75119
Categories: ENNIS TX

2201 W LAMPASAS ST 15.0 miles

2201 W LAMPASAS ST
ENNIS, TX 75119
Categories: ENNIS TX

1405 W JEFFERSON ST 15.0 miles

1405 W JEFFERSON ST
WAXAHACHIE, TX 75165
Categories: WAXAHACHIE TX

2200 PHYSICANS BLVD STE D 15.1 miles

2200 PHYSICANS BLVD STE D
ENNIS, TX 75119
Categories: ENNIS TX

5520 S WESTMORELAND RD STE 200 15.1 miles

5520 S WESTMORELAND RD STE 200
DALLAS, TX 75237
Categories: DALLAS TX

5201 S WESTMORELAND RD 15.1 miles

5201 S WESTMORELAND RD
DALLAS, TX 75237
Categories: DALLAS TX

4343 W CAMP WISDOM RD STE 213 15.8 miles

4343 W CAMP WISDOM RD STE 213
DALLAS, TX 75237
Categories: DALLAS TX

814 E CAMP WISDOM RD 15.9 miles

814 E CAMP WISDOM RD
DUNCANVILLE, TX 75116
Categories: DUNCANVILLE TX

5790 W HIGHWAY 287 16.2 miles

5790 W HIGHWAY 287
MIDLOTHIAN, TX 76065
Categories: MIDLOTHIAN TX

345 N HIGHWAY 67 16.5 miles

345 N HIGHWAY 67
CEDAR HILL, TX 75104
Categories: CEDAR HILL TX

642 UPTOWN BLVD 17.0 miles

642 UPTOWN BLVD
CEDAR HILL, TX 75104
Categories: CEDAR HILL TX

511 E INTERSTATE 20 17.2 miles

511 E INTERSTATE 20
ARLINGTON, TX 76018
Categories: ARLINGTON TX

4308 BLACKHEATH RD 17.7 miles

4308 BLACKHEATH RD
DALLAS, TX 75227
Categories: DALLAS TX

4928 SAMUELL BLVD 17.9 miles

4928 SAMUELL BLVD
MESQUITE, TX 75149
Categories: MESQUITE TX

214 W COLORADO BLVD 18.1 miles

214 W COLORADO BLVD
DALLAS, TX 75208
Categories: DALLAS TX

3500 INTERSTATE 30 STE E100 18.3 miles

3500 INTERSTATE 30 STE E100
MESQUITE, TX 75150
Categories: MESQUITE TX

701 COMMERCE ST STE 205 18.8 miles

701 COMMERCE ST STE 205
DALLAS, TX 75202
Categories: DALLAS TX

3900 Junius St, Ste 240 18.9 miles

3900 Junius St, Ste 240
Dallas, TX 75246
Categories: Dallas TX

3600 GASTON AVE STE 707 19.0 miles

3600 GASTON AVE STE 707
DALLAS, TX 75246
Categories: DALLAS TX

3801 GASTON AVE STE 104 19.0 miles

3801 GASTON AVE STE 104
DALLAS, TX 75246
Categories: DALLAS TX

3220 GUS THOMASSON RD STE 226 19.1 miles

3220 GUS THOMASSON RD STE 226
MESQUITE, TX 75150
Categories: MESQUITE TX

3230 I- 30 East, Suite 101 19.2 miles

3230 I- 30 East, Suite 101
Mesquite, TX 75150
Categories: Mesquite TX

1280 N TOWN EAST BLVD 19.3 miles

1280 N TOWN EAST BLVD
MESQUITE, TX 75150
Categories: MESQUITE TX

5315 ROSS AVE 20.0 miles

5315 ROSS AVE
DALLAS, TX 75206
Categories: DALLAS TX

2525 E Abrams St 20.4 miles

2525 E Abrams St
Arlington, TX 76010
Categories: Arlington TX

874 ED HALL DR. #114 20.7 miles

874 ED HALL DR. #114
KAUFMAN, TX 75142
Categories: KAUFMAN TX

9330 POPPY DR STE 100 20.9 miles

9330 POPPY DR STE 100
DALLAS, TX 75218
Categories: DALLAS TX

1900 OATES DR Ste 100 21.0 miles

1900 OATES DR Ste 100
MESQUITE, TX 75150
Categories: MESQUITE TX

4617 N CENTRAL EXPY 21.2 miles

4617 N CENTRAL EXPY
DALLAS, TX 75205
Categories: DALLAS TX

10611 Garland Rd STE 112 21.4 miles

10611 Garland Rd STE 112
Dallas, TX 75218
Categories: Dallas TX

2600 N STEMMONS FWY STE 162 21.5 miles

2600 N STEMMONS FWY STE 162
DALLAS, TX 75207
Categories: DALLAS TX

4501 Lemmon Ave 21.5 miles

4501 Lemmon Ave
Dallas, TX 75219
Categories: Dallas TX

6350 E Mockingbird Lane 21.5 miles

6350 E Mockingbird Lane
Dallas, TX 75214
Categories: Dallas TX

2920 N STEMMONS FWY 22.0 miles

2920 N STEMMONS FWY
DALLAS, TX 75247
Categories: DALLAS TX

3141 IRVING BLVD STE 220 22.2 miles

3141 IRVING BLVD STE 220
DALLAS, TX 75247
Categories: DALLAS TX

5909 HARRY HINES BLVD 22.2 miles

5909 HARRY HINES BLVD
DALLAS, TX 75390
Categories: DALLAS TX

4844 GREENVILLE AVE 22.4 miles

4844 GREENVILLE AVE
DALLAS, TX 75206
Categories: DALLAS TX

6612 HARRY HINES BLVD 22.7 miles

6612 HARRY HINES BLVD
DALLAS, TX 75235
Categories: DALLAS TX

6071 VILLAGE BEND DR APT 816 22.8 miles

6071 VILLAGE BEND DR APT 816
DALLAS, TX 75206
Categories: DALLAS TX

1501 NORTHWEST HWY 22.8 miles

1501 NORTHWEST HWY
GARLAND, TX 75041
Categories: GARLAND TX

1555 W Mockingbird Lane Ste 202 22.9 miles

1555 W Mockingbird Lane Ste 202
Dallas, TX 75235
Categories: Dallas TX

5601 GREENVILLE AVE 22.9 miles

5601 GREENVILLE AVE
DALLAS, TX 75206
Categories: DALLAS TX

565 W INTERSTATE 30 22.9 miles

565 W INTERSTATE 30
GARLAND, TX 75043
Categories: GARLAND TX

407 W INTERSTATE 30 22.9 miles

407 W INTERSTATE 30
GARLAND, TX 75043
Categories: GARLAND TX

555 W INTERSTATE 30 22.9 miles

555 W INTERSTATE 30
GARLAND, TX 75043
Categories: GARLAND TX

1111 W MOCKINGBIRD LN PO BOX 910465 23.1 miles

1111 W MOCKINGBIRD LN PO BOX 910465
DALLAS, TX 75247
Categories: DALLAS TX

8267 ELMBROOK DR STE 100 23.2 miles

8267 ELMBROOK DR STE 100
DALLAS, TX 75247
Categories: DALLAS TX

8100 JOHN W CARPENTER FWY STE 100 23.3 miles

8100 JOHN W CARPENTER FWY STE 100
DALLAS, TX 75247
Categories: DALLAS TX

1450 EMPIRE CENTRAL DR STE 100 23.4 miles

1450 EMPIRE CENTRAL DR STE 100
DALLAS, TX 75247
Categories: DALLAS TX

13657 JUPITER RD 23.5 miles

13657 JUPITER RD
DALLAS, TX 75238
Categories: DALLAS TX

591 APACHE TRL 24.1 miles

591 APACHE TRL
TERRELL, TX 75160
Categories: TERRELL TX

2520 W INTERSTATE 20 24.1 miles

2520 W INTERSTATE 20
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052
Categories: GRAND PRAIRIE TX

1720 REGAL ROW STE 238 24.1 miles

1720 REGAL ROW STE 238
DALLAS, TX 75235
Categories: DALLAS TX

8222 DOUGLAS AVE STE 390 24.2 miles

8222 DOUGLAS AVE STE 390
DALLAS, TX 75225
Categories: DALLAS TX

1340 MAYO ST STE 185 STE 185 24.3 miles

1340 MAYO ST STE 185 STE 185
IRVING, TX 75060
Categories: IRVING TX

109 TEJAS DR STE 100 24.4 miles

109 TEJAS DR STE 100
TERRELL, TX 75160
Categories: TERRELL TX

7502 GREENVILLE AVE 24.7 miles

7502 GREENVILLE AVE
DALLAS, TX 75231
Categories: DALLAS TX

5224 S State Highway 360, Suite 225 24.8 miles

5224 S State Highway 360, Suite 225
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Categories: Grand Prairie TX

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Important Information (Beware)

Some companies offering DNA Testing may sell cheap / INEXPENSIVE, in-home or laboratory DNA kits. Please be aware that these types of DNA testing products cannot be used in a court proceeding FOR paternity, immigration or family relationship determinations.

Accredited Drug Testing only utilizes certified DNA collection specialists at our Ferris, TX DNA Testing Centers and AABB certified laboratories for DNA Testing which the test results may be utilized in child custody, child support, paternity or any other legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities nationwide and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example, if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.

Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests

When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which ensures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test ensure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.

Accredited Drug Testing Recognized For DNA Expertise

Recently, Accredited Drug Testing and our company President and CEO, James A. Greer was consulted by the National Enquirer magazine regarding the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Mr.Greer's comments were included in both the September 12th, 2016 edition and the January 2nd, 2017 edition of the National Enquirer.

Please note - Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. only utilizes American Association of Blood Bank (AABB) certified laboratories for DNA relationship testing. The AABB accreditation is the highest national standard applied to DNA testing laboratories.

Any DNA test which is conducted by a non- AABB laboratory will not be accepted in a court of law. Home kits and other types of non- AABB DNA testing, while inexpensive/cheap, are not reliable and will not be permitted in a legal proceeding.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, applies the highest standard to the entire DNA testing process, from the DNA specimen collection, to the chain of custody, the laboratory analysis and the confidential results reporting.

To schedule a DNA Test or for more information including fees, Please call (800) 221-4291

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DNA testing can be used for the following purposes

  • Birth Certificate Modification
  • Child Support
  • Child Custody
  • Adoption
  • Wills/Insurance
  • Immigration

DNA Paternity Testing

A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of an alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing an AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing may be stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress-Free.

When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.

DNA Immigration Testing

DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, Maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.

What is a DNA test?

A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us contains different DNA makeup however, parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing an oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory that analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.

How to schedule a DNA Test?

It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.

How long does it take for DNA test results?

Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available within 3-5 business days.

On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing

We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)

More DNA Testing FAQ

What is paternity?

Paternity means fatherhood. Paternity is established when a paternity testing laboratory uses genetic testing methods / DNA test, to demonstrate to a legal standard, that an alleged father is the biological father. Paternity is disproved when these same methods and standards demonstrate that an alleged father is not the biological father.

What is DNA testing?

DNA testing refers to the process of examining an individual's DNA markers for the purpose of genetic human identification and for determining the relationship between two people.

How accurate is DNA-Based paternity testing?

The DNA profiling method is an extremely accurate genetic testing method. It can absolutely determine if the man is not the biological father and reliably exclude him. DNA profiling can establish that the alleged father is the child's biological father with a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher. Each year many individual clients, child support offices, attorneys, judges, and physicians choose Genetic Profiles as their source for information, guidance and testing services in order to determine paternity.

Are the results admissible in court?

Yes. The laboratory follows a strict chain-of-custody procedure which allows for court/legal admissibility.

Is the Lab accredited? Are the results reliable?

The DNA testing laboratory used by Genetic Profiles is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks(AABB)for the purpose of performing paternity (parentage) tests. Your paternity test will be processed by highly skilled and trained laboratory technicians. Every test is evaluated by a Ph.D. scientist with several years specializing in DNA genetic testing.

How long does it take to receive results from the paternity test?

It typically takes about 3-4 working days to complete the testing. In cases where the mother's sample is not included or when an abnormal/difficult sample is used, testing may require more time.

Are the paternity test results confidential?

Yes, The DNA test results are strictly confidential. They are released only to the adult persons who were tested and, as requested, to their authorized agents (e.g. attorneys).

How does DNA paternity testing work?

DNA analysis, which has proven to be a major advance in the field of paternity testing, involves the direct examination of the genetic material that a child inherited from its biological parents. DNA is located throughout the human body and in the same identical form. Thus, DNA in blood is the same as that in skin, cheek lining, muscle, bone, teeth and various other tissues. The DNA of a person is fully established at conception and remains totally constant throughout life. During the paternity testing process, the genetic characteristics of the child are first compared to those of its mother. Those characteristics in the child that cannot be found in the mother have been inherited from the biological father. If the tested man (alleged father) does not have the genetic characteristics necessary to be the biological father of the child, he is excluded. If the tested man's DNA does contain those genetic characteristics, then the probability that this man is the true biological father is calculated and reported by the laboratory.

What are some of the reasons DNA testing is conducted?

There are many legal and personal reasons that require DNA testing. Some of the more common include:

  • peace of mind
  • family medical concerns
  • child support
  • custody
  • adoption
  • citizenship/immigration
  • inheritance/benefits (social security, insurance, etc.)
  • crime scene analysis (forensic testing)

Can I do anything to alter the results of the test?

No, you can not alter the results of a test. Medication, drugs, alcohol, food, age or lifestyle cannot alter the DNA pattern within an individual.

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

DNA Testing

DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, involves examining an individual's DNA to identify genetic differences or mutations that may be indicative of certain conditions or diseases. It is a powerful tool used in a variety of contexts, from medical diagnostics and forensic analysis to genealogy and ancestry exploration.

Types of DNA Tests

  • Diagnostic Testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic disorder. It is often conducted when a particular condition is suspected based on physical symptoms.
  • Carrier Testing: This type of test is useful for individuals who may carry a gene for a genetic disorder. It is particularly important for couples considering starting a family.
  • Prenatal Testing: Performed during pregnancy to assess the health of a fetus. It can detect conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other genetic disorders.
  • Forensic Testing: Used in legal contexts to identify individuals in criminal cases or to settle disputes in paternity cases.
  • Ancestry Testing: Provides insights into one's ethnic background and genealogical roots. This test can help individuals understand their family history and origins.

Applications of DNA Testing

  1. Medical Diagnosis: Helps in diagnosing genetic diseases and conditions, allowing for targeted treatment plans.
  2. Paternity and Family Relationship Analysis: Determines biological relationships between individuals, often used in custody cases and inheritance claims.
  3. Personalized Medicine: Assists in selecting the most effective therapies based on an individual’s genetic profile.
  4. Crime Solving: Aids law enforcement in identifying suspects or victims using genetic evidence.

Advantages of DNA Testing

DNA testing provides several benefits:

  • Accurate Diagnosis: Enhances the accuracy of medical diagnoses and the efficacy of treatment strategies.
  • Early Detection: Facilitates the early detection of predispositions to diseases, potentially leading to preventative measures or early interventions.
  • Family Planning: Offers critical information for prospective parents concerning genetic disorders that could be passed on to offspring.

Limitations and Ethical Considerations

Despite its many applications, DNA testing raises important ethical and privacy concerns:

  • Privacy Concerns: Handling and protection of genetic data is critical as it contains sensitive information about an individual’s health and predisposition to diseases.
  • Potential for Discrimination: There is a risk of genetic discrimination by employers or insurers based on an individual’s genetic information.
  • Emotional Impact: The results from DNA testing can have significant emotional implications for individuals and families, particularly when revealing unexpected or distressing information.

In conclusion, while DNA testing offers profound insights into genetics and has transformative potential across various fields, it must be approached with caution, respecting ethical standards and privacy laws to safeguard individuals’ rights and well-being.

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Local Area Info: Ferris, Texas

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.8 square miles (12.4 km2), of which 4.6 square miles (12.0 km2) is land and 0.15 square miles (0.4 km2) is water. Most of the city lies within Ellis County, with only a small portion in Dallas County.

Settlement of the area began in the early 1870s. On September 28, 1874, a local family deeded approximately 100 acres (0.40 km2) of land to four trustees for the establishment of a town and railway station. Judge Justus Wesley Ferris of Waxahachie handled the transaction, and the community was named for him. Within ten years, Ferris had a population of 300 with a post office, gristmills, cotton gins, four churches, and a school.

On September 18, 1882, an election was held to incorporate the community. A total of 47 votes were cast – 34 (72%) in favor of incorporation and 13 (28%) against. The results were verified by the Ellis County Judge on September 30, and Ferris officially became a town. By 1900, the town was home to 904 residents. In 1910, that number had increased to 1,233 residents.

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Median Age: 28.7 years

Poverty (breakdown): (11.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.3% for Black residents, 26.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 66.2% for other race residents, 7.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 20 registered sex offenders living in Ferris, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ferris is 133 to 1.>

Land Area: 3.11 square miles.

Population Density:

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